How to Delete an Article on LinkedIn

It’s a feeling many content creators know: you hit publish on a LinkedIn article, feeling great, but later realize it’s no longer a good fit for your professional brand. Whether the information is outdated, you’ve discovered a glaring typo, or your career focus has shifted, you just want it gone. This guide will walk you through exactly how to delete a LinkedIn article, step by step, and offer some strategic advice on what to consider before and after you hit that final delete button.

First, Are You Deleting a Post or an Article?

Before we get started, it’s important to clarify the difference between a LinkedIn Post and a LinkedIn Article. They are two distinct types of content on the platform, and the way you delete them is slightly different. Confusing the two is a common source of frustration.

• LinkedIn Posts are the short-form updates you see in your main feed. They are typically a few sentences or paragraphs and might include an image, video, link, or document. They’re great for quick thoughts, sharing industry news, or celebrating a team win.
• LinkedIn Articles are long-form, blog-style content. You create them using LinkedIn's dedicated publishing platform, which includes a headline, a cover image, and a full text editor with formatting options. Articles 'live' in a special section in your profile and are meant for deeper thought leadership, detailed guides, and extensive storytelling.

This tutorial is focused specifically on deleting LinkedIn Articles. If you’re looking to get rid of a shorter post, the process is simpler - just find the post in your activity feed, click the three-dot menu (...) at the top right, and select “Delete post.”

Why You Might Want to Delete a LinkedIn Article

There are plenty of perfectly valid reasons for wanting to pull content from your professional profile. Content isn’t static, and neither is your career. If any of these resonates with you, you’re making a sound strategic decision.

The Information is Outdated or Inaccurate

Perhaps you wrote an article about a marketing trend that is no longer relevant, a software tool that has since been completely revamped, or a legal guideline that has changed. Posting outdated or incorrect information can undermine your credibility as an expert. Deleting it is a simple way to maintain the quality and accuracy of your professional profile.

You're Rebranding or Shifting Focus

Did you transition from a career in finance to a new role as a tech entrepreneur? Or maybe your personal brand has evolved from a generalist to a niche specialist. Old articles that reflect your previous identity can dilute your new message. Removing them helps create a clear, cohesive personal brand that aligns with your current goals.

The Quality Doesn't Meet Your Current Standards

As you grow professionally, your writing skills and content creation abilities improve. An article you wrote five years ago might not reflect the quality of work you produce today. It could be poorly written, have distracting typos, or lack the depth you now bring to your topics. Deleting it is a form of brand upkeep, ensuring that your profile showcases only your best work.

The Article Didn’t Resonate or Performed Poorly

While you shouldn’t delete everything that doesn’t go viral, some articles just don’t hit the mark. If a piece received very little engagement and doesn’t add significant value to your profile, you might decide to remove it to streamline the content visitors see. It allows your higher-performing, more resonant content to shine.

How to Delete a LinkedIn Article: Step-by-Step Instructions

Ready to get it done? The process is simple once you know where to look. Here’s how to do it from both a desktop browser and the mobile app.

Deleting a LinkedIn Article on a Desktop Browser

Using a computer gives you the biggest screen and makes navigating to the right spot a little easier.

1. Log in to LinkedIn: Open your favorite web browser and head over to LinkedIn.com. Enter your credentials if you aren't already signed in.
2. Go to Your Publishing Page: The quickest way to see all your articles is to click the Me icon (your profile picture) in the top right corner of the navigation bar. In the dropdown menu that appears, click on Posts & Activity.
3. Filter for Articles: On your "Posts & Activity" page, you'll see a navigation menu with options like "Posts," "Reposts," "Documents," and more. Click on the Articles tab. This will display a list of all the long-form articles you’ve published.
4. Find and Open the Article: Scroll through the list and click on the headline of the article you wish to delete. This will open the article’s public viewing page.
5. Delete the Article: At the top of the page, directly under your article’s headline and author information, you’ll see some stats and a couple of buttons, including an "edit" option and a trash can icon for "delete." Click on the trash can icon.
6. Confirm the Deletion: A confirmation pop-up will appear to make sure you really want to permanently delete your article. LinkedIn will remind you that this action cannot be undone. Click the red Delete Article button to finalize the process.

And that’s it! Your article is now permanently removed from your LinkedIn profile and the platform.

Deleting a LinkedIn Article on the Mobile App (iOS & Android)

You can also easily manage your articles from your phone. The steps are very similar, but the user interface looks a bit different.

1. Open the LinkedIn App: Tap the LinkedIn icon on your phone’s home screen and log in if needed.
2. Navigate to Your Profile: Tap your profile picture in the top left corner of the screen. Then, from the slide-out menu, tap View Profile.
3. Access Your Activity: Scroll down your profile page until you see the Activity box. At the bottom of this box, tap Show all activity.
4. Open Your Articles List: At the top of the "All activity" screen, you'll see a series of filter tabs. Tap on the Articles tab to see only your long-form published content.
5. Select and Open the Article: Scroll down and tap on the title of the article you want to remove. This will open it up in the app.
6. Find the Delete Option: In the top right corner of the screen, you will see a three-dot menu icon (...). Tap it to open a small list of options.
7. Tap and Confirm Deletion: From the menu, select Delete article. A confirmation box will appear, warning you that the action is final. Confirm your choice, and the article will be gone for good.

Things to Consider Before You Delete an Article

Hitting delete is permanent, so it’s worth taking a moment to think through your decision. In some cases, there might be a better option.

Could You Edit it Instead?

If your main issue is a typo, an outdated statistic, or a broken link, consider editing the article rather than deleting it. Editing allows you to correct the mistake while preserving all the likes, comments, and shares the article has accumulated. All that social proof contributes to your credibility, so it’s often better to salvage a piece with minor issues than to erase it completely.

Have You Saved Your Content Elsewhere?

If you're deleting the article but think you might want to reference the content later - perhaps to repurpose it into a new post, an email newsletter, or a page on your personal blog - make sure you save it first. Copy and paste the headline and the body text into a Google Doc or a document saved on your computer. Don't let your hard work vanish forever just because it no longer belongs on LinkedIn.

What is the Impact on Your Profile's Engagement?

If the article you’re considering deleting performed exceptionally well, think twice. Even if it represents an older version of your brand, a piece with hundreds of likes and thoughtful comments signals to your audience that you create content that resonates. Does the desire for brand cohesion outweigh the social proof that comes from a popular piece of work? Sometimes the best move is to let an older-but-popular piece remain, while focusing your energy on creating new content that better reflects your current direction.

What You Should Do Next After You Clean Up Your Profile

Deleting old content is a great first step, but it’s what you do afterward that really matters for your brand's growth and perception.

Post Something New and High-Quality

Once you’ve removed a low-quality or off-brand article, the best follow-up is to publish something that truly represents the expertise and value you currently offer. Fill that new gap in your content library with an article that will attract your ideal audience and position you as a thought leader in your field. This sends a proactive signal that your content is always fresh, relevant, and improving.

Perform a Quick Content Audit

Use this as a chance to review your other content. Scan through your remaining articles and top posts. Do they accurately reflect your current professional focus? Are there any others that could benefit from a quick edit to update older information? A five-minute review can help you spot other opportunities to strengthen your personal brand on the platform.

Final Thoughts

Deleting a LinkedIn article is a straightforward process whether you’re on a desktop or mobile device. Knowing when and why to do it is a key skill for anyone serious about managing their professional brand, ensuring that their profile remains a relevant and high-quality resource for their audience.

However, memorable content doesn't just happen by accident. Having worked for years running marketing campaigns for different sized businesses, we know how tough it can be to turn ideas into fully-fleshed out articles that accurately capture a business’s vision while creating a strong brand presence. It requires planning, scheduling, and consistent execution - things that are easy to let slide when juggling a dozen other responsibilities. We built Postbase with a visual content calendar that helps creators and managers plan their content weeks in advance, spot gaps in their publishing schedule, and avoid posting off-brand content in the first place. You create a clearer strategy right from your desk and the app handles the rest.