How to Share a LinkedIn QR Code

Finding that tiny QR code icon in your LinkedIn app is one of the fastest ways to grow your professional network in person. Instead of spelling out your name or handing over a business card that might get lost, you can let someone scan your code and connect instantly. This guide will walk you through exactly where to find your LinkedIn QR code, how to share it, and a few clever ways to use it to make networking easier than ever.

What Exactly is a LinkedIn QR Code and Why Bother Using It?

A LinkedIn QR code is a unique, scannable image that links directly to your personal LinkedIn profile. When someone scans it with their smartphone camera, they're immediately taken to your profile page, where they can send a connection request with a single tap. Think of it as a digital business card that lives on your phone and can be shared anywhere.

The "why" is all about speed and simplicity. In a busy networking environment - like a conference, trade show, or even a local meetup - fumbling with spelling names or searching for the right "John Smith" (out of thousands) is inefficient. A QR code bypasses all of that. It’s a modern, tech-savvy move that makes a great first impression while making life easier for the person you just met. It eliminates friction entirely.

Here are a few key benefits:

• Instant Connections: Go from "nice to meet you" to a new LinkedIn connection in less than 10 seconds.
• Error-Proof Networking: No more misspelled names or searching for the wrong profile. The QR code links to your profile and your profile alone.
• Versatility: It's not just for your phone screen. You can add the QR code to your physical business cards, resume, email signature, or even the final slide of a presentation.
• Professional Impression: Using a QR code shows you're up-to-date with current technology and value efficiency, which is a subtle but powerful way to enhance your personal brand.

How to Find Your LinkedIn QR Code: A Step-by-Step Guide

Finding your code is straightforward, but it’s hidden in a spot you might not intuitively look for. You can only access it through the LinkedIn mobile app (on both iOS and Android), not the desktop website.

Here’s exactly where to look:

Step 1: Open the LinkedIn App
Launch the LinkedIn application on your smartphone.

Step 2: Tap the Search Bar
At the very top of your home feed screen, you'll see a search bar. Tap on it as if you’re about to look for a person or a company.

Step 3: Find the QR Code Icon
After you tap the search bar, a new screen will appear. Look to the far right of the search bar, and you'll see a small square icon with four corners. That’s the QR code icon. Tap on it.

Step 4: Select "My Code"
The app will open up the camera in “Scan” mode by default. At the top of the screen, you'll see two tabs: Scan and My Code. Tap on My Code to display your personal QR code.

That’s it! The centered QR code on your screen is your unique link. You can let someone scan this directly from your screen, or you can save and share it for future use.

Saving and Sharing Your Code for Later

Once you’re viewing your QR code, you have a few options to make it more useful. LinkedIn gives you a button to "Save to gallery" or "Share my code."

• Save to Gallery (or Save to Photos): Tapping this saves the QR code image directly to your phone’s camera roll. This is the best option for when you want to use the code later. You can easily access this image to add it to your email signature, a digital resume, or a presentation slide.
• Share my Code: This option opens your phone's native sharing menu. From here, you can send the QR code directly to someone via AirDrop, Messages, Slack, WhatsApp, email, or any other app you have installed. This is great for quickly pinging your code to someone you met who isn’t right next to you.

7 Creative Ways to Share Your LinkedIn QR Code

Now that you know how to find it, where can you actually use your LinkedIn QR code? The goal is to place it anywhere a potential connection might conveniently scan it. Here are some of the most effective places.

1. On Your Business Card

This is probably the most common and effective use case. By printing your QR code on your business card, you bridge the gap between your physical and digital presence. The person you hand it to can scan the code right there and then, or save the card for later and connect with no extra effort. It makes your card more functional than just a piece of paper with your name on it.

2. On Your Resume or CV

When you submit a resume - whether as a PDF or a printed copy - adding a QR code gives recruiters an immediate pathway to your full profile. They can instantly see your work history, recommendations, endorsements, and any articles you’ve published. It offers them much more context than what can fit on a single page.

3. In Your Email Signature

You probably exchange dozens of emails a day with new and existing professional contacts. Adding your LinkedIn QR code to your email signature lets recipients connect with you without having to ask for your profile link or search for your name. It's a small touch that makes connecting a frictionless experience.

4. As Part of a Presentation or Webinar

If you're speaking at an event or hosting a webinar, place your QR code on your introduction slide (with your name and title) and your final "Thank You" or "Q&,A" slide. This lets dozens, or even hundreds, of people in your audience connect with you in moments. Pro tip: make the QR code large enough to be scannable from a distance.

5. On Event Nametags or Conference Badges

If you have some control over your event nametag, adding your QR code is a genius move. As you mingle and talk to people, all they need to do is glance at and scan your tag. This is incredibly efficient at large, crowded events where time is limited.

6. In Your Virtual Background for Video Calls

For a truly modern twist, embed your QR code subtly into your virtual background for Zoom, Microsoft Teams, or Google Meet calls. Position it neatly in a corner. As you introduce yourself or finish up a meeting, you can direct people to scan the code right from your video feed. It’s a guaranteed conversation starter.

7. On Physical Marketing Materials

If you or your company use flyers, brochures, posters, or banners at trade shows, add a "Connect with our team" section featuring the QR codes of your key staff. It helps attendees connect with the right people and turns passive marketing material into an active networking tool.

Best Practices for Using a LinkedIn QR Code

Before you start printing your code on everything, keep a few best practices in mind to make sure it works perfectly every time.

Always Test Your Code First

Before you send anything to the printer, print a test version of your resume or business card and try scanning it with a few different phones. Make sure it directs to the correct profile instantly.

Keep the Size Scannable

A QR code needs to be large enough for a phone’s camera to recognize it properly. A safe minimum size for most print materials is around 1 x 1 inch (or 2.5 x 2.5 cm). Anything smaller risks becoming unscannable, especially on lower-resolution print materials.

Watch Your Contrast

The code works best with high contrast between the dots and the background. The classic black-on-white is foolproof. Avoid placing your code on a busy, patterned background or using low-contrast colors like light gray on white, as it can confuse the scanner.

Leave a "Quiet Zone"

Don’t crowd the QR code. Always leave a small margin of empty space, or a "quiet zone," around all four sides of the code. This border helps the camera isolate the code from any surrounding text or graphics, leading to a much faster scan.

Add a Clear Call-to-Action (CTA)

Don't just stick a QR code on something and assume people know what it is or what to do with it. Always include a short, simple instruction, such as “Scan to connect on LinkedIn” or “Find me on LinkedIn.” A little context goes a long way.

Final Thoughts

Your LinkedIn QR code is a simple yet powerful networking tool that makes building professional connections easier and faster. By integrating it into your business card, resume, email signature, and presentations, you remove the common hurdles of in-person networking and create a modern, efficient way for others to connect with you.

Just as a QR code simplifies your professional connections, using the right tools can streamline your entire social media presence. At Postbase, we believe in making professional branding and content management straightforward. When people scan your code, they should find a polished and active profile. We built our platform to help you plan, schedule, and analyze your content across all your platforms, including LinkedIn, so you can maintain a strong, consistent professional brand without spending hours jumping between apps.