How to Delete Your LinkedIn Learning Account & Data
Exercise your GDPR/CCPA rights with free templates
📌 Quick Answer
How to delete your LinkedIn Learning account: Part of LinkedIn. Go to linkedin.com/psettings/privacy > Close account. All LinkedIn data deleted. Under GDPR, they must comply within 30 days. Use Dispute Gremlin's free templates to exercise your right to erasure.
🔐 Your Privacy Rights
🇪🇺 GDPR Right to Erasure (Art. 17)
Under EU law, LinkedIn Learning must delete your personal data within 30 days of your request. No exceptions for active subscriptions — you can delete your data AND cancel.
🇬🇧 UK Data Protection Act 2018
UK residents have the same right to erasure as GDPR. LinkedIn Learning must respond within one calendar month.
🇺🇸 CCPA Right to Delete
California residents can request LinkedIn Learning delete all personal information. LinkedIn Learning must comply within 45 days.
📋 Data Subject Access Request
You have the right to see ALL data LinkedIn Learning holds about you before requesting deletion.
⚠️ Known LinkedIn Learning Deletion Issues
- 🔴 Bundled with LinkedIn Premium — cancels entire Premium plan
- 🔴 Only 7-day window for first-month refund
- 🔴 Auto-renewal at full annual price
- 🔴 InMail credits lost on cancellation
📝 Step-by-Step LinkedIn Learning Account Deletion
📊 Request Your Data First
Send a Data Subject Access Request (DSAR) to LinkedIn Learning to see what data they hold. This strengthens your deletion request.
🔧 LinkedIn Learning-Specific Process
Part of LinkedIn. Go to linkedin.com/psettings/privacy > Close account. All LinkedIn data deleted.
🗑️ Send a Formal Deletion Request
Use our free GDPR/CCPA template to formally request LinkedIn Learning delete all your personal data. Send via email to their DPO or privacy team.
⏳ Wait for Response
GDPR: LinkedIn Learning has 30 days. CCPA: 45 days. Keep records of your request for escalation if needed.
✅ Verify & Escalate
After confirmation, try logging in. If your account still exists, send a follow-up citing their legal obligation. File a complaint with the ICO (UK), your national DPA (EU), or the state attorney general (US).
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Subject: Data Deletion Request — GDPR Article 17 / CCPA
Dear LinkedIn Learning Data Protection Officer,
I am writing to exercise my right to erasure under GDPR Article 17 (or CCPA § 1798.105). I request that you delete all personal data associated with my account...
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❓ LinkedIn Learning Account Deletion FAQ
How do I delete my LinkedIn Learning account?
Part of LinkedIn. Go to linkedin.com/psettings/privacy > Close account. All LinkedIn data deleted.
Does LinkedIn Learning delete my data when I cancel?
No — canceling your LinkedIn Learning subscription does NOT delete your personal data. You must separately request data deletion under GDPR Article 17 or CCPA § 1798.105.
How long does LinkedIn Learning take to delete my data?
Under GDPR, LinkedIn Learning must delete your data within 30 days. Under CCPA, they have 45 days. If they fail to comply, file a regulatory complaint.
Are there issues deleting a LinkedIn Learning account?
Bundled with LinkedIn Premium — cancels entire Premium plan. Only 7-day window for first-month refund. Auto-renewal at full annual price. InMail credits lost on cancellation.
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