How to unblock LinkedIn using a proxy

LinkedIn is a social network designed for various business-related purposes. Its extensive range of applications makes it an indispensable tool for finding like-minded professionals, recruiting company employees, as well as assisting in job searches, publishing resumes, and maintaining contacts with employers.

Reasons for LinkedIn being blocked

In some countries, access to this social network is blocked at a legislative level. The blockages are justified by LinkedIn's refusal to store user data on servers within certain countries and to provide this information to local authorities upon request. In the case of China, for example, the block is due to the need to comply with strict local internet regulation and censorship laws. We will explore several ways to bypass such blockages and determine which method is most effective.

Using a VPN for unblocking LinkedIn

Utilizing a VPN to unblock LinkedIn is one of the methods that can help tackle this issue. However, it's important to note that this method has several drawbacks and may not be fully effective as it does not guarantee stable connectivity or the security of user accounts.

Pros

• VPNs encrypt traffic, which protects user data, especially when using public Wi-Fi networks.
• Using a VPN hides the user's real IP address, helping to ensure anonymity while using the internet.

Cons

• Encryption and rerouting traffic through remote servers can significantly slow down internet connection speeds.
• In some countries, using a VPN to bypass blockages is illegal, which could potentially lead to legal consequences.
• Not all VPN providers are equally secure. Some may collect user data despite guarantees of confidentiality.
• LinkedIn has advanced VPN detection systems, so unblocking the resource may not always be successful.
• Often, VPN services do not offer the use of a static IP address, which can lead to account blocks on LinkedIn during automated actions or multi-accounting.

Considering the drawbacks of this method, it is advisable to explore other methods to ensure access to the service and the security of accounts.

Using proxies for unblocking LinkedIn

Setting up and using private proxy servers can help bypass blockages imposed by LinkedIn and secure accounts from any restrictions. Additionally, proxies can be used in conjunction with various tools, such as anti-detect browsers, which allow for the customization of digital fingerprint settings and further enhance connection confidentiality.

Pros

• Private proxies can help to bypass regional blocks and provide access to LinkedIn in countries where the service is restricted.
• Private proxies offer a higher level of connection anonymity by hiding the user's real IP address, which can further secure personal information.
• Using proxy servers allows for the operation of multiple LinkedIn accounts without the risk of being blocked due to violations of the platform's multi-accounting policies.

Cons

• The price of quality private proxies is usually higher than that of public proxies or VPN services.
• Setting up a proxy server may require specific knowledge, but various articles and guides can assist with this.

Using proxy servers is the most effective method for bypassing restrictions imposed by LinkedIn. However, it is important to find a reliable provider that offers quality proxy servers.

How to set up a proxy to unblock LinkedIn

There are several ways to unblock the platform using a proxy. One option is to use a browser extension, such as Proxy Switcher & Manager, which is available for most standard browsers and allows the user to change their IP address without needing to alter system settings. If there is a need not only to unblock LinkedIn but also to register and manage multiple accounts, it is advisable to use various anti-detect browsers, such as AdsPower. Below, we'll explore both methods in detail.

Setting up a proxy to unblock LinkedIn in Chrome, Opera, Firefox

Install the Proxy Switcher & Manager extension from your browser’s web store. Then, follow these step-by-step instructions to configure your proxy:

1. Click on the extension icon in your browser’s top panel, and in the new window, navigate to the “Manual Proxy” tab. Enter a profile name, select the protocol, and fill in the designated fields with your proxy details.

   

2. If you are using a private proxy, open a new tab in your browser and enter the authorization details in the pop-up window.

   

The setup in the Proxy Switcher & Manager extension is now complete. Since the interface of the extension does not vary regardless of the browser used, these instructions apply to any of them.

Setting up a proxy to unblock LinkedIn using an anti-detect browser

For achieving a high level of anonymity and securing LinkedIn accounts in multi-accounting scenarios, it is recommended to use anti-detect browsers. These browsers share similar functionalities; let's illustrate the proxy setup process using AdsPower as an example:

1. Download and install AdsPower. Launch the browser, and in the main menu, click on “New Profile”. Assign a name to your profile, and you can also choose the built-in browser and specify the desired operating system.

   

2. Next, locate the “Proxy” section. Select the required protocol, for instance, we'll use Socks5.

   

3. Fill in all necessary fields with your proxy details, and click “Check Proxy” to verify the connection status and the server's geolocation. After a successful test, click “OK”.

   

4. Navigate to the “Profiles” tab. To launch the profile, click the “Open” button. A new browser window will open, allowing you to start working with LinkedIn.

   

Thus, you can create a separate profile for each LinkedIn account. To further protect the accounts from blocks, you can generate a random digital fingerprint for the profile by following these steps:

1. In the profile field, click on the three dots to the right of the “Open” button and select “Edit”.

   

2. In the settings window that appears, find the “Overview” section and click the “New Fingerprint” button, then click “OK”.

   

Proxy setup is complete. Changing the digital fingerprint will randomly generate a variety of browser parameters, preventing LinkedIn from detecting that access to the accounts is coming from the same device.

In conclusion, considering the drawbacks of using VPNs, it is recommended to use only private proxy servers from countries where LinkedIn is not blocked to bypass LinkedIn restrictions. Static IP addresses such as ISPs, which have a high level of trust from the platform, are suitable for creating and managing a single account. For mass account registration or simultaneous management of multiple profiles in one working window, setting up a proxy in an antidetect browser is appropriate, but in such cases, dynamic mobile or residential IPs should be used to avoid exceeding platform limits and change the fingerprint for each account to prevent blocks.