How to Unsubscribe from LinkedIn Premium

So you’ve decided to cancel LinkedIn Premium. Maybe it’s not giving you the ROI you expected. Maybe you just don’t need it right now. Either way — you’re in the right place.

This guide will walk you through exactly how to unsubscribe from LinkedIn Premium, what happens after you cancel, and a few things to keep in mind so you don’t get charged again.

Let’s get straight to it.

How to Unsubscribe from LinkedIn Premium

Here’s the step-by-step process to cancel your LinkedIn Premium subscription — works on both desktop and mobile.

On Desktop (Recommended)

Step 1 — Log in to LinkedIn Go to linkedin.com and sign in to your account.

Step 2 — Click on “Me” At the top right corner, click your profile picture or the “Me” dropdown icon.

Step 3 — Go to “Settings & Privacy” From the dropdown, click Settings & Privacy.

Step 4 — Click on “Subscriptions & Payments” On the left sidebar, scroll down and click Subscriptions & Payments (or look for Premium Subscription).

Step 5 — Click “Cancel Subscription” You’ll see your current plan. Click Cancel Subscription.

Step 6 — Follow the prompts LinkedIn will ask why you’re cancelling (just pick whatever fits). Keep clicking through until you see the final confirmation.

Step 7 — Confirm cancellation Once you see a confirmation message, you’re done. Your Premium access will remain active until the end of your current billing period.

💡 Pro tip: LinkedIn will try to offer you a discounted plan or pause option before letting you cancel. You don’t have to accept these — just keep clicking through to confirm cancellation.

On Mobile (iPhone or Android)

Cancelling from the mobile app is slightly different — and a bit more frustrating. Here’s what to do:

Step 1 — Open the LinkedIn app and tap your profile photo in the top left.

Step 2 — Tap Settings (gear icon).

Step 3 — Scroll down to Premium Subscription.

Step 4 — Tap Manage Subscription.

⚠️ Important: If you subscribed through the Apple App Store or Google Play, you’ll need to cancel through those platforms — not directly through LinkedIn.

For iPhone (App Store subscriptions): Go to Settings → Your Name → Subscriptions → LinkedIn → Cancel Subscription.

For Android (Google Play subscriptions): Go to Google Play → Profile → Payments & Subscriptions → Subscriptions → LinkedIn → Cancel.

What Happens After You Cancel?

Good question. Here’s what you need to know:

• You keep Premium access until the end of your current billing period. So if you have 15 days left — you still get those 15 days.
• You won’t be charged again after cancellation is confirmed.
• Your InMail credits don’t carry over. Any unused InMail credits will expire when your Premium period ends.
• Your profile goes back to Basic. That means no more LinkedIn Learning access, profile viewers list (beyond 5 days), or Open to Work visibility boosts.

According to LinkedIn, over 39% of users cancel their Premium subscription within the first 3 months — often because they don’t see a clear return on the $39–$99/month investment.

If lead generation was the main reason you signed up for Premium, there are more cost-effective ways to get qualified meetings — more on that below.

Billing Considerations Before You Cancel

A few things to double-check so you’re not caught off guard:

Check your billing date first. If your renewal is in 2 days, cancelling now means you already paid for that month. Time it right and cancel right after your billing date.

LinkedIn doesn’t offer refunds on unused Premium time. Once you’re billed, that’s it — so timing matters.

Watch out for annual plans. If you’re on an annual LinkedIn Premium plan, cancelling mid-year means you lose the remaining months with no refund. LinkedIn’s policy is clear on this — so factor it in.

Free trials auto-renew. If you signed up for a free trial and forgot to cancel, you’ve likely already been charged. Check your email for a billing confirmation.

📊 Quick stat: LinkedIn Premium plans range from $39.99/month (Career) to $99.99/month (Sales Navigator Core). That’s up to $1,200/year — worth evaluating if you’re getting real ROI.

Should You Actually Cancel? (Honest Take)

Before you cancel, ask yourself one question: What were you actually using it for?

If the answer is job hunting — LinkedIn Premium Career is probably worth it. The resume insights, direct messaging to recruiters, and salary data are genuinely useful.

If the answer is lead generation or sales outreach — here’s the truth: InMail has an average response rate of just 10–25%, and you’re paying a premium for access to people who may not even check their messages. Cold LinkedIn outreach done right (without Premium) consistently outperforms InMail when you have a proper strategy.

85% of LinkedIn members never post content. They scroll, read, and occasionally reply to messages. The platform has 1 billion+ members — 65 million of them are decision-makers. The opportunity is massive. But Premium isn’t the only way to tap into it.

If sales pipeline was the goal, there are done-for-you outbound systems that combine LinkedIn outreach with cold email — designed specifically to land qualified meetings without the $100/month price tag of Sales Navigator.

Common Issues When Cancelling LinkedIn Premium

“I can’t find the cancel button.” LinkedIn buries it intentionally. Go to: Me → Settings & Privacy → Subscriptions & Payments → Cancel Subscription. Don’t rely on the mobile app — use desktop.

“It’s still showing as active after I cancelled.” That’s normal. Your access stays active until the end of your billing cycle. Check for a cancellation confirmation email in your inbox.

“LinkedIn charged me even after I cancelled.” This usually means the cancellation didn’t go through properly, or you were on an auto-renewing annual plan. Contact LinkedIn Support directly through the Help Center and request a review.

“I subscribed through Apple/Google and can’t cancel in LinkedIn.” You have to cancel through the platform you used to subscribe — App Store or Google Play. LinkedIn’s settings won’t show a cancel option in this case.

“I want to pause, not cancel.” LinkedIn doesn’t offer a formal “pause” feature, but they sometimes offer a 1–3 month discounted rate when you initiate cancellation. Worth checking if you want to keep access at a lower cost.

Conclusion

Cancelling LinkedIn Premium is straightforward once you know where to look. The key steps: go to Settings & Privacy → Subscriptions & Payments → Cancel Subscription on desktop. Do it right after your billing date to get the most out of what you’ve already paid for. And remember — your access stays active until the current billing period ends.

If your main goal was generating leads or booking meetings, know that Premium isn’t the only path. A well-run outbound system — combining LinkedIn messaging with cold email — can consistently outperform InMail at a fraction of the cost. Salesso helps B2B teams build exactly that, with end-to-end targeting, campaign design, and scaling built in.

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