Goal
Add a certification to your LinkedIn profile using the native Licenses & Certifications section
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SOP-271
Adding a Certification to Your LinkedIn Profile
How to add a certification in LinkedIn’s Licenses & Certifications section, include a verification URL, and optionally share it with your network.
Type
SOPs · DOC
Execution time
5–10 minutes
Last updated
30 September 2025
Who does this
Any team member updating their own profile
Ideal outcome
The certification displays with the correct issuer logo, accurate dates, and a working public verification link
Why it matters
Showcasing verified certifications boosts credibility and helps clients and recruiters validate your skills
Before you start
You need a personal LinkedIn account with desktop web access You can edit your own profile
Key steps 6 steps
What is inside 8 headings
1 Add license or certification details 5
- Sign in to LinkedIn and go to "Me" → "View Profile"
- If "Licenses & Certifications" is missing, click "Add profile section" → "Recommended" (or "Core") → "Add licenses & certifications"
- Click the "+" on "Licenses & Certifications"
- In "Add license or certification", fill in fields and click "Save"
- Confirm the certification shows under "Licenses & Certifications" with the correct issuer logo and dates
2 [Optional] Share your new certification 1
- Make a post announcing your certification
The document DOC
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