LinkedIn Icons and Symbols Explained
LinkedIn uses compact symbols throughout its feed, navigation, messages, profiles, job pages, videos, and post composer. The same icon can appear in different places depending on whether you use the mobile app or desktop site.
This visual guide covers reactions, post visibility, connections, active status, verification, Premium features, messaging tools, job actions, and media controls.
Reactions
Responses available from the Like reaction tray on posts and comments.
Main navigation
Icons in the top bar on desktop and the main navigation bar on mobile.
Feed and post actions
Controls shown around posts, comments, images, and documents in the feed.
Post visibility and labels
Small symbols near an author name or post timestamp explain who can see the post and why it appears.
Create a post
Tools available when composing a new LinkedIn post.
Messaging
Symbols in the LinkedIn inbox, conversation list, and message composer.
Profiles and connections
Labels that explain relationship, identity, following, and account status.
Jobs
Common symbols and labels on job cards, job details, and applications.
Video and media
Playback controls that appear on LinkedIn videos and other media posts.
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