LinkedIn Premium refunds depend on how long you've had the subscription and whether you paid through LinkedIn directly or a third party

LinkedIn offers a 30-day money-back may provide on new Premium subscriptions if you cancel within that window. If you're past 30 days, a refund is unlikely unless you have a billing error, unauthorized charge, or paid through a platform like Apple or Google that has its own refund rules. The path forward depends on when you subscribed and where the charge came from.

The company does not refund partial months or unused time after the 30-day window closes. If you cancel after that period, your subscription straightforward ends on your next billing date—you keep access until then, but you won't receive money back.

Key Takeaways

  • You have 30 days from your first charge to cancel and request a refund directly from LinkedIn if you're unhappy with Premium.
  • After 30 days, LinkedIn will not refund your subscription, even if you've used it very little.
  • If you paid through Apple, Google Play, or another app store, you must request the refund through that platform, not LinkedIn.
  • Billing errors and unauthorized charges are the only exceptions to the 30-day rule and require proof of the error.

How to request a refund within the 30-day window

Log into your LinkedIn account and go to Settings & Privacy, then select Account. Scroll to the Subscriptions section and find your Premium subscription. Click Manage next to it, then select Cancel subscription. LinkedIn will ask why you're canceling and may offer a discount to keep you—you can decline and proceed to cancellation.

Once you cancel within 30 days, LinkedIn processes the refund to your original payment method within 5 to 10 business days. If you paid by credit card, the refund appears as a credit on your statement. If you used a debit card, the funds return to your bank account, though your bank may take an additional 1 to 3 business days to post it.

Keep your cancellation confirmation email. If the refund doesn't appear within 10 business days, you'll need it to follow up with LinkedIn support.

Refunds for subscriptions paid through app stores

If you subscribed to LinkedIn Premium through the Apple App Store, Google Play Store, or another app marketplace, you cannot request a refund from LinkedIn. Instead, you must contact the app store directly—they handle the refund, not LinkedIn.

For Apple: Open the App Store, tap your profile icon, select Subscriptions, find LinkedIn Premium, and tap Cancel Subscription. Apple allows refunds within 14 days of purchase for most subscriptions. If you're past 14 days, you can still request a refund through Settings > [Your Name] > iTunes & App Store > Purchase History, then tap the charge and select Report a Problem. Apple reviews the request but does not may provide approval.

For Google Play: Open Google Play, tap your profile icon, go to Manage subscriptions, select LinkedIn Premium, and tap Cancel subscription. Google allows refunds within 48 hours of purchase. After that, you can request a refund by going to Subscriptions, selecting LinkedIn Premium, and tapping Report a problem. Google reviews the request but approval is not may provide.

Both app stores are stricter than LinkedIn's 30-day window. If you're past their refund period, a refund is unlikely unless you can show the subscription was unauthorized or fraudulent.

What to do if you were charged twice or without permission

If LinkedIn charged you twice in the same billing cycle or you see a charge you don't recognize, contact LinkedIn support directly. Go to Help at the bottom of any LinkedIn page, then select Contact us. Choose Billing & Payments as the category and describe the duplicate or unauthorized charge.

LinkedIn support will investigate and issue a refund if they confirm the error. Provide your account email, the dates of the charges, and the amounts. This process typically takes 5 to 10 business days. If you paid through an app store and see a duplicate charge there, report it to the app store instead—they can reverse it faster.

If you believe someone else charged your account without your permission, also check your LinkedIn password and security settings. Change your password when ready and enable two-factor authentication to prevent future unauthorized charges.

Canceling without requesting a refund

If you're past the 30-day window and don't expect a refund, you can still cancel anytime to stop future charges. Go to Settings & Privacy > Account > Subscriptions, click Manage next to Premium, and select Cancel subscription. Your access continues until your next billing date, then the subscription ends.

LinkedIn will send you a cancellation confirmation. Save it in case you need proof later that you canceled—some users report being charged after cancellation, and the confirmation email helps resolve those disputes quickly.

Why LinkedIn might deny a refund request

LinkedIn denies refund requests that fall outside the 30-day window because the company considers the subscription a service already delivered. You've had access to Premium features—saved searches, InMail, profile views, and analytics—so they treat the time as used.

This is different from a physical product you can return. LinkedIn's policy is similar to most software subscriptions: once the trial or may provide period ends, the money is non-refundable. The only exceptions are billing errors, unauthorized charges, or if you paid through an app store with its own refund rules.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I get a refund if I'm past 30 days but barely used Premium?

No. LinkedIn's 30-day may provide is the only refund window, regardless of how much you used the subscription. If you're past 30 days, the company will not refund unused time or features. Your only option is to cancel and stop future charges.

What if I subscribed through LinkedIn but the charge shows up on my credit card statement as a different company name?

LinkedIn uses third-party payment processors, so the charge may appear as "LinkedIn" or a processor name like "STRIPE" or "PAYPAL" depending on your bank. This is normal and does not mean the charge is unauthorized. If you don't recognize it, contact LinkedIn support with the charge date and amount to confirm it's legitimate.

Can I get a partial refund if I cancel mid-month?

No. LinkedIn charges monthly on a set date and does not prorate refunds for partial months. If you cancel on the 15th of a month, you keep access until your next billing date, but you won't receive a refund for the unused days.

If LinkedIn refunded me once, will they refund me again if I resubscribe and cancel within 30 days?

Yes, the 30-day may provide applies each time you subscribe, even if you've used it before. However, if you repeatedly subscribe and cancel within 30 days, LinkedIn may flag your account and deny future refund requests. Use the may provide once if you're genuinely unsure about Premium.

What happens if I dispute the charge with my credit card company instead of asking LinkedIn?

You can file a chargeback with your card issuer, but LinkedIn may close your account or flag it as fraudulent. It's faster and safer to request a refund directly from LinkedIn first. If they deny it and you believe the charge was unauthorized, then contact your card company.