LinkedIn Is Testing a Feature That Lets You See Your Profile Stalkers
Some users have noticed a new “frequent viewer” label that reveals who repeatedly views their profiles.
LinkedIn is experimenting with a new "Frequent Viewer" feature that alerts Premium subscribers when someone has viewed their profile multiple times. Krista Mollion, a founder of Unignorable Brands, first noticed this detail last month, jokingly referring to it as the "stalker alert." This feature is exclusive to LinkedIn Premium users and provides a comprehensive list of every viewer over the past year.
Once a user clicks on "Who Has Viewed Your Profile," they will see certain individuals tagged as "Frequent Viewers." Krista uses this feature to her advantage, narrowing down her list of frequent viewers through AI, categorizing them into three groups: friends, potential sales leads, and business development opportunities. This feature allows users to identify those who are genuinely interested in their profiles, as opposed to just browsing through posts or comments.
While LinkedIn is generally considered safe for professional networking, the "Frequent Viewer" feature reveals those who are actively seeking out specific individuals. Mollion mentions that she has blocked a few frequent viewers she deemed inappropriate. To control who can view your profile, users can adjust their privacy settings in the Visibility section of the LinkedIn settings.
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