Well, we all need a LinkedIn account to expand our business and even get freelancing clients. But sometimes, your account can get restricted unknowingly, even if you think you followed the rules.
LinkedIn is a professional networking platform, and most professionals have an account there. We cannot afford to lose our accounts.
According to LinkedIn guidelines, users must follow these rules,
- Use their real identities
- Provide accurate information
- Maintain platform rules and regulations
Not only LinkedIn, but all social media platforms require users to follow community guidelines. Sometimes, they may suspend or restrict your account.
Unless you’ve done something seriously wrong, LinkedIn won’t permanently suspend your account. Temporarily suspended or restricted accounts can usually be recovered by following a few steps.
Now, let’s look at the reasons why your account might get restricted.Reasons Your Account Got Restricted
Sometimes knowingly or unknowingly, we make mistakes that lead to our accounts being restricted.
Real Identity
Every social media platform wants its users to be real. These platforms are designed for real people.
LinkedIn is a professional networking platform where many companies look for potential employees, and people seek jobs. Both sides need real people on the platform.
If LinkedIn finds out that you are not using your real identity, they will restrict your account and ask you to prove that you are real.
To keep your account safe, use a real photo and name as per your passport or other government-issued documents.
Too Many Connections Requests
Let’s say you’re using your real identity but still got restricted. It might be because you opened your account and started sending lots of connection requests to people you don’t even know.
LinkedIn marks this as spam activity, which can lead to temporary suspension.So, don’t just open an account and flood it with connection requests. Avoid doing this.
Low Acceptance Rate
This ties into the previous point. When you send connection requests but your profile lacks content like posts or comments, the recipient may think you’re not a credible person to connect with.
As a result, they might decline your request.For example, if you send 100 connection requests and only 1 or 2 people accept, your acceptance rate is about 1% or less.
If your acceptance rate is low, LinkedIn may temporarily restrict your account. LinkedIn wants credible and active users on its platform.
Automation Tools
There are hundreds of automation tools available for LinkedIn. Do you think LinkedIn doesn’t know about them? They do.
LinkedIn even offers premium versions for users to enhance their visibility on the platform.
Some automation tools can be dangerous and harm your account severely.
If you plan to use automation tools, ensure they are safe and secure. Not all automation tools are allowed on LinkedIn.
Guideline Violations
Every platform has community guideline standards, and LinkedIn expects users to strictly adhere to them.
For instance, if you start posting rude comments or people report your comments, LinkedIn will mark this as a guideline violation.
Similarly, if you send unwanted personal messages, the recipient can report your account without informing you.
LinkedIn keeps these reports private and takes action accordingly. Any form of guideline violation—such as spamming, harassment, or inappropriate behavior—can lead to temporary or even permanent account restrictions.
These are the five common reasons your LinkedIn account might get restricted. Follow these guidelines and use the platform responsibly to avoid issues.
Don’t mess with your LinkedIn account—it’s your online resume for finding your desired work environment.
That’s all for today. See you in the next post!