LinkedIn is making it simpler for users who don’t use their legal name as their primary profile name to get verified on the platform.
The professional network has updated its ID verification process to allow users to add their real, legal name as a secondary name on their profile. This secondary name can then be used when going through the identity verification steps.
Why LinkedIn ID Verification Matters
LinkedIn’s voluntary ID verification feature lets you add a checkmark to your profile. This symbol shows others that you have confirmed your identity using a government-issued ID through an approved third-party service.
Millions of LinkedIn members have already used this feature. It helps build trust and provides greater assurance about your professional identity to connections and potential employers.
The Challenge for Some Users
Not everyone uses their legal name as their main profile name online or professionally. This has made the ID verification process difficult for those individuals, as their government ID wouldn’t match the primary name on their profile.
How the New Feature Helps
With this update, LinkedIn now allows you to include your legal name as an additional name displayed on your profile. This secondary moniker serves specifically for the verification process.
By adding your legal name in this designated secondary field, you can smoothly proceed with the ID verification steps, even if your main profile name is different.
This update helps LinkedIn cater to a wider range of users and encourages more people to verify their identity, further enhancing trust and authenticity across the platform.
Ready to Get Verified?
If you’ve been hesitant to verify your LinkedIn profile because your legal name differs from your professional name, this new option makes the process much more accessible. Consider adding your secondary name and going through verification to boost your profile’s credibility.
