How to Export Your LinkedIn Profile to PDF (2026 Step-by-Step Guide)
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Thanos KazakisLinkedIn's PDF export feature lets you download a complete copy of your professional profile in seconds. Whether you need it for job applications, to convert to a personal website, or just to keep a backup of your career history, this guide covers exactly how to do it on desktop and mobile — and what to do with the file once you have it.
How to Export LinkedIn Profile to PDF on Desktop
- Open your browser and go to linkedin.com
- Click your profile photo in the top-right corner and select 'View Profile'
- Scroll down slightly and click the 'More' button (shown as three dots '...' or labeled 'More') near your profile headline area
- In the dropdown menu, click 'Save to PDF'
- Your browser will begin downloading a PDF file named something like 'Profile.pdf'
- The download usually takes 3–10 seconds depending on your profile size
How to Export LinkedIn Profile to PDF on Mobile
- Open the LinkedIn app on your iPhone or Android
- Tap your profile photo in the top-left to open your profile
- Tap the three-dot menu icon in the top right of your profile
- Tap 'Save to PDF'
- LinkedIn will send the PDF to your registered email address (it does not download directly to mobile)
- Open your email, find the message from LinkedIn, and download the attached PDF
What's Included in a LinkedIn PDF Export
The LinkedIn PDF export includes a comprehensive snapshot of your public profile. Here's exactly what you get:
- Full name and professional headline
- Location and contact information (email, phone, websites you've added)
- About/Summary section
- All work experience entries (job titles, companies, dates, descriptions)
- Education history (schools, degrees, years, activities)
- Skills list (up to 50 skills from your profile)
- Certifications and licenses
- Volunteer experience
- Projects (if you've added them)
- Publications and patents (if applicable)
What's NOT Included in the LinkedIn PDF
- Your profile photo
- Recommendations written by others
- Endorsement counts for skills
- LinkedIn connections or followers count
- Activity feed or posts
- LinkedIn Premium badge
Troubleshooting: LinkedIn PDF Export Not Working
If the 'Save to PDF' option is missing or the download isn't working, try these fixes:
- Clear your browser cache and try again — LinkedIn sometimes caches an old version of the menu
- Try a different browser (Chrome or Edge work most reliably for this feature)
- Check if your browser is blocking pop-ups or downloads — allow downloads from linkedin.com
- If on mobile and not receiving the email, check your spam folder and verify your registered email address is correct
- Log out and log back in to refresh your session
What to Do With Your LinkedIn PDF
Once you have your LinkedIn PDF export, the most valuable thing you can do with it is convert it into a live personal website. A website at your own URL (like magic-self.dev/yourname) ranks in Google when recruiters search your name, gives you a professional link to include on job applications, and looks far more impressive than a LinkedIn URL.
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Create Your Website Free →Where is the 'Save to PDF' option on LinkedIn?↓
On desktop: go to your profile page, click the 'More' button (three dots) near your headline, and select 'Save to PDF'. On mobile: tap the three-dot menu on your profile and select 'Save to PDF' — the PDF will be sent to your email.
Is the LinkedIn PDF export free?↓
Yes, LinkedIn's PDF export feature is completely free and available to all LinkedIn members, including those on the free basic plan.
Why doesn't my LinkedIn PDF include my profile photo?↓
LinkedIn intentionally excludes profile photos from PDF exports. If you use Magic Self to convert your PDF to a website, your Clerk profile photo (which you can set to your LinkedIn photo) will appear on your website automatically.
Can I use my LinkedIn PDF as a resume for job applications?↓
Yes, the LinkedIn PDF is formatted as a clean resume and can be submitted directly to employers. However, many career experts recommend also having a custom-formatted resume. The LinkedIn PDF works best as a quick export or as the source file for building a personal website.
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