23/09/2025
here’s a complete guide to LinkedIn connection details depending on what you might need:
🔗 Types of LinkedIn Connections
Type Meaning What You Can See
1st-degree People you are directly connected to (you both accepted a connection request). Full profile, contact info (if shared), direct messaging.
2nd-degree People connected to your 1st-degree connections. Limited profile, can send a Connect request or InMail.
3rd-degree People connected to your 2nd-degree connections. Basic profile, sometimes only a “Connect” button.
Followers People following your posts but not connected. They see your public updates.
Group Members People in the same LinkedIn group as you. You can message them if group messaging is enabled.
👥 How to View Your Connections
Desktop:
Go to My Network ➜ Connections.
You’ll see a full list with filters (location, company, industry, etc.).
Mobile App:
Tap My Network ➜ Manage my network ➜ Connections.
📤 Export Connection Details (Emails, Names, Titles)
If you want a list of your contacts:
Go to Settings & Privacy ➜ Data Privacy ➜ Get a copy of your data.
Select Connections and click Request archive.
LinkedIn will email you a CSV with names, job titles, and emails (if users allow).
✅ Connection Requests
Sent Requests: My Network ➜ Manage ➜ Sent to cancel pending requests.
Received Requests: My Network ➜ Invitations ➜ Received to accept/ignore.
💡 Best Practices for Connections
Add a personalized note when connecting (e.g., “Hi [Name], I enjoyed your recent post on [topic]…”).
Connect with industry peers, clients, or alumni for better engagement.
Post content regularly to encourage followers to convert into connections.
