LinkedIn: Here's How to Hide Your Last Name From Non-Connections

These members will only see the first letter of your surname

Did you know LinkedIn allows you to hide your last name from users who aren’t your connections? Our guide will show you how this is done.

Note: These screenshots were captured in the LinkedIn application on iOS.

Step 1: Tap your profile picture in the top-left corner of the screen.

Step 2: Tap the gear icon in the top-right corner of the screen.

Step 3: Tap “Privacy.”

Step 4: Scroll down and tap “Who can see your last name.”

Step 5: Tap the bottom option to hide your last name from users who aren’t your connections.

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