What does LinkedIn consider “red flag” activities?

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What are the dangers of LinkedIn spoofing?
Many otherwise credible profiles are in a state of LinkedIn Limbo because of account impersonations.

Much like Facebook, LinkedIn deploys powerful algorithms along with their own Social Selling Index (SSI) score to determine the health of an account and detect “unusual” activity.

If Linkedin deems a profile is in violation of the User Agreement, they may restrict the account indefinitely… *gasp*.

While a higher SSI can reduce the chances of being restricted, there is no guarantee it will save an account from harsh and swift judgment in the event of spammy activity.

You might be asking, “If LinkedIn encourages social selling, what could a third-party possibly do to trigger an account restriction?”

To put this in perspective, we need to remember that LinkedIn is, first and foremost, a social networking platform for professionals. So though LinkedIn recognizes that its platform is a valuable lead generation tool, the overall user experience will always trump seller activity.

Specifically, LinkedIn algorithms and moderators are on the lookout for:

Activity that signals the use of unauthorized automation tools,
Lots of connection requests with a low acceptance rate, and
A large number of “I don’t know this person” invite responses.
In addition, a low SSI score or newer profile could be flagged by logging in from an unknown location as LinkedIn may mark the account as potentially compromised.

What happens if LinkedIn detects activity against their terms and conditions?
As mentioned above, if LinkedIn suspects a violation of terms and conditions, the account will most likely be restricted. The severity of the restriction depends on the severity of the action.

For example, while using an automated tool may result in a temporary suspension with a defined reinstatement date, a more permanent restriction is assigned to impersonated, compromised, or fake accounts.


Can I retrieve a restricted LinkedIn account?
It’s possible, but don’t expect a quick turnaround time.

You will have to go through a verification process and potentially appeal the costa rica cell phone number database verdict if customer support does not lift the restriction after proving your identity.

A couple of years ago, a restricted account could be re-activated in 7 days; however, a recent support volume increase had extended the time it takes to receive a response from a LinkedIn agent.

Can I create a second account to avoid putting my personal LinkedIn profile at risk?
Unfortunately, the answer is no, which I know maybe a little irritating. But like a well-meaning parent who crushes every “compromise,” fathomable, LinkedIn is genuinely doing what is best for the community as a whole, whether we like it or not.

You see, if everyone had the freedom to create multiple accounts, then maliciously disguising communication as a trusted source would be all too easy. Then, no one would trust LinkedIn enough even to log on.