How to Upload Your Resume on LinkedIn (2026): Profile & Easy Apply
How to upload resume on LinkedIn: add it privately with Easy Apply or publicly to your Featured section, plus how to update, replace or delete an old resume.
On this pageProfile upload vs Easy Apply: which should you use?
Summary
You can upload your resume to LinkedIn in two places: as a document in the Featured section of your profile, which anyone can see, or privately when you apply through Easy Apply, which only the employer sees. For most job seekers, the private Easy Apply upload is the safer default. Here is how to do both, and how to update or delete a resume you already uploaded.
Profile upload vs Easy Apply: which should you use?
| Featured section (profile) | Easy Apply (job applications) | |
|---|---|---|
| Who sees it | Anyone who views your profile | Only the employer you apply to |
| Best for | Freelancers, consultants, portfolio roles | Most job seekers, especially if currently employed |
| Privacy risk | Your phone, email and address become public | Low |
| File types | PDF, DOC, DOCX, PPT and images | PDF, DOC or DOCX (keep it under 2 MB) |
| Where to manage | Your profile, Featured section | Settings, Data privacy, Job application settings |
How to upload a resume on LinkedIn for Easy Apply
- Open a job posting that shows the Easy Apply button and click it.
- Check your contact details, then click Next.
- On the Resume step, click Upload resume and choose your PDF or Word file.
- Select the resume you just uploaded, answer any screening questions and click Submit application.
LinkedIn keeps your recently uploaded resumes, so next time you can simply pick one instead of uploading again. However, tailor the file for important applications; a resume that mirrors the job posting performs better.
How to upload your resume to your LinkedIn profile
- Click Me, then View Profile.
- Click Add profile section, then open Recommended and choose Add featured.
- Click the + icon and select Add media.
- Choose your resume file, add a clear title such as “Jane Doe – Product Designer Resume” and a one-line description.
- Click Save. The resume now appears in your Featured section.
Before you post it publicly, remove your home address and phone number. A city and a professional email are enough on a public version. The same care applies in reverse when you decide how to put your LinkedIn URL on a resume.
How to update or replace your resume on LinkedIn
- Featured section: open the resume item, click the pencil icon, delete it, then add the new file the same way.
- Easy Apply: upload the new file during your next application; it becomes available for later applications too.
- Saved resumes: go to Me → Settings & Privacy → Data privacy → Job application settings to see the resumes LinkedIn stored and delete old versions.
LinkedIn’s menu labels change from time to time. If a button has moved, search the LinkedIn Help Center for “manage your resumes” for the current path.
Best resume format for LinkedIn
- Use a PDF for the Featured section so your layout stays intact on every device.
- For Easy Apply, a text-based PDF or DOCX both work. Also, keep the file under 2 MB.
- Name the file with your name and target role, for example jane-doe-data-analyst-resume.pdf.
- Use a simple, single-column layout so the employer’s applicant tracking system reads it correctly. Check it first with the free ATS resume checker.
Should you upload your resume to LinkedIn at all?
Your LinkedIn profile already works like a public resume, so a public upload is optional. It makes sense if you freelance, are openly job hunting, or have a designed portfolio-style resume. In contrast, if you are employed and searching quietly, keep your resume private and use Easy Apply and the Open to Work setting for recruiters only.
Turn your LinkedIn profile into a resume
If your profile is up to date but your resume is not, you can convert it instead of rewriting from scratch. The Rezoom LinkedIn resume builder imports your profile export and turns it into an ATS-friendly resume. For the manual method, see how to convert your LinkedIn profile to a resume; to strengthen the profile itself, follow our LinkedIn profile optimization checklist.
FAQ: uploading a resume to LinkedIn
Can recruiters see the resume I upload with Easy Apply?
Only the employer for that job sees it. Your uploaded resumes are not shown on your public profile.
Why can’t I upload my resume on LinkedIn?
Usually the file is too large or in the wrong format. Save it as a PDF or DOCX under 2 MB and try again, and make sure the file is not password-protected.
Can I upload a resume on the LinkedIn mobile app?
Yes. The Easy Apply flow and the Featured section both work in the app, as long as the file is saved on your phone or in a connected cloud drive.
Is it better to upload a resume or just complete my profile?
Complete your profile first, because recruiters search profiles, not uploaded files. The headline carries most of that search weight, so a pass over these LinkedIn headline examples is worth ten minutes before you upload anything. Then add a tailored resume for each application.
Frequently asked questions
1: Can I upload multiple resumes to LinkedIn?
Yes, you can save multiple resumes for Easy Apply applications, but only one can be featured on your profile at a time.
2: Will recruiters see my resume if I just upload it to LinkedIn?
Yes, if you upload it in the Featured section. However, they may also rely heavily on your LinkedIn profile itself.
3: What’s the best resume format for LinkedIn Easy Apply?
PDF is usually best for layout preservation, but DOCX is safe if ATS parsing is important.
4: Can I edit my resume after uploading?
Yes, simply delete the old version and upload a new one.
5: Do I need a LinkedIn Premium account to upload my resume?
No, uploading resumes is available for all users.
6: Should I upload a cover letter as well?
Yes, if the job application allows it. A customized cover letter often makes a strong impression.