Let's improve equal access to opportunity

We believe LinkedIn is uniquely positioned to both create equal access to opportunity and help drive more equitable outcomes for all members of the global workforce. Self-ID is a critical step to this objective since LinkedIn does not currently have necessary data for identity dimensions like race and ethnicity, veteran status, or disability among others to fully understand how members of different backgrounds experience LinkedIn.

Self-ID will help uncover these differences, helping to root out unfair bias and inform how we can build even more relevant, diverse, and representative experiences ensuring members see more useful content, find meaningful connections, and discover communities they could be a part of.

We’ll use Self-ID data to:

Measure outcomes for different demographic groups on LinkedIn
Ensure our search results are fair and representative
Publish reports on workplace diversity trends
Help companies analyze their workforce composition, without revealing your name or personal information

Your Self-ID information is confidential and secure. We understand details about your identity are very personal and we are committed to ensuring the information you share is always private. This information will not be shown on your profile or publicly in any way. Recruiters won’t see your Self-ID information; any insights will only be shown in aggregate without revealing information about your identity.

Given its sensitivity, Self-ID data is being stored separately from other profile-related data and any access by LinkedIn personnel is heavily restricted. This information is collected and used in accordance with our Privacy Policy as well as the specific commitments we make with respect to your Self-ID data.

Our commitments with respect to your Self-ID data

• The Self-ID data you share as a LinkedIn member will not be visible on your profile.
• Your Self-ID data will only be used in accordance with your Settings.
• Your Self-ID data will never be sold and won’t be shared with anyone unless you give explicit consent. Learn More.
• We will not use any data you share about your race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, transgender identity, or disability status to advertise to you.

You can remove or update your information at any time in Settings.