Why You Should Download Your LinkedIn Data?

Many people don’t realize that LinkedIn allows you to download your data, including a list of your connections. It’s a handy feature that’s easy to access, yet often overlooked.

Here’s how to download your LinkedIn data in five simple steps:

1. Go to LinkedIn and click Me on the top toolbar.
2. Select Settings & Privacy from the dropdown menu.
3. On the left, click Data Privacy.
4. Scroll down and select Get a copy of your data. You can choose to download everything or just specific information.
5. LinkedIn will send you an email. Follow the instructions, and you’ll have your data within 10 minutes for specific files, or a day for a full download.

What You’ll Receive

The data includes:

• A list of your connections (first name, last name, job title, company, and connection date)
• Endorsements and recommendations you’ve given or received
• Connection invitations
• Messages from your LinkedIn inbox
• Content you’ve shared, liked, or commented on
• Job applications you’ve submitted
• Ad targeting criteria LinkedIn uses for you

Why This Is Valuable

You can use this list of connections for business owners or sales professionals to create a targeted prospect list. Simply find the email addresses of key connections, add them to your CRM or email system (with permission), and follow up as needed.

For job seekers, showing up to an interview with a list of potential clients or industry contacts in your network could impress potential employers.

Additionally, if you’ve received positive recommendations, include quotes from these in job applications or client proposals to showcase your strengths.

Stay Updated

It’s a good idea to download your LinkedIn data regularly, perhaps every few months, so you always have this valuable information.

Take a few minutes now to download your LinkedIn data—it’s easy, and the insights you gain could be invaluable.

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