Many of us use LinkedIn to build our careers or grow our business, but one day, without any warning, you might suddenly find yourself locked out of your account.
A message appears:
“Your LinkedIn account has been temporarily restricted.”
Panic sets in. You think, “That’s it. I’ve lost everything.”
But don’t worry—I’ve been through this nightmare twice. And this blog is not just about fixing the problem… it’s about mindset, resilience, and a step-by-step solution that actually works.
Chapter 1: The First Fall — When I Lost My LinkedIn Account
September 2023. I was still new to LinkedIn. I had just created a basic account—added a name and profile picture.
No proper bio. No optimization. Nothing professional.
A few days later, I suddenly couldn’t log in.
I assumed I had forgotten my password and gave up without trying much.
That was my biggest mistake.
Chapter 2: Another Start, Another Restriction
I created a new LinkedIn account a few weeks later.
This time, I was more careful. I optimized my profile, added skills, sent connection requests…
And then—bam!
The same message appeared:
“Your account is temporarily restricted.”
But this time, I refused to give up. I told myself:
“I’m not the only one. Many people face this issue. I will find the solution.”
Chapter 3: The Real Battle Begins — Google, YouTube & Twitter
I started my research.
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Googled: How to recover a restricted LinkedIn account
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Watched hours of YouTube videos
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Scanned forums and Reddit threads
Finally, I found something that worked —
Contacting LinkedIn Support through Twitter.
Here’s what I did:
I tweeted @LinkedInHelp with a short message:
My LinkedIn account is temporarily restricted. Sorry for the inconvenience. Please help me recover it.
Then, I sent a direct message (DM) with these details:
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My email address
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My LinkedIn profile name
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The problem: “My account is temporarily restricted. Please review and help me recover it.”
Within 30 minutes, I received a reply:
Thanks for circling back. We’ve opened a case (#23-013) to review your account.
That’s when the real back-and-forth began.
I kept replying to their emails, explaining my situation, and admitting any possible mistakes.
Chapter 4: Sleepless Nights, Messaging the LinkedIn CEO & Not Giving Up
Some days, LinkedIn Support said,
“We’re reviewing your account.”
Other days,
“We couldn’t verify your information.”
At one point, out of desperation, I even messaged the LinkedIn CEO!
(Yes, I didn’t get a reply—but I had to try.)
Still, I didn’t quit.
I believed that consistent effort always brings results.
And finally—after about a week of follow-ups—I received an email from LinkedIn Support:
Your account has been restored.
✅ All of my connections, followers, and history were still there!
Chapter 5: A New Beginning with My Recovered LinkedIn Account
That same account is now over 1 year and 6 months old.
From this one account alone, I’ve gained multiple international clients.
The experience taught me one thing:
Every failure is a lesson. Every problem has a solution.
And when used wisely, LinkedIn Marketing can become a powerful tool for organic growth, personal branding, and attracting high-quality leads.
Why Your LinkedIn Account Might Get Restricted
Here are the most common reasons:
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❌ Spammy or suspicious behavior
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❌ Fake or misleading profile information
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❌ Using automation tools or bots
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❌ Suspicious login activity (VPNs or changing IPs)
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❌ Violating LinkedIn’s community guidelines (hate speech, politics, religion, etc.)
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❌ Getting reported by others
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❌ Misuse of premium features
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❌ Copyright or trademark violations
The 10-Minute Routine to Recover a Restricted LinkedIn Account
Follow these steps exactly:
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Go to Twitter: https://twitter.com/LinkedInHelp
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Post a Tweet: Mention them and describe your issue briefly.
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Send a DM: Include your email, LinkedIn name, and the issue clearly.
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Wait for a reply: Usually within an hour or less.
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Be patient but persistent: Check your email 2-3 times a day.
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Be polite and cooperative: Stay professional with LinkedIn Support.
Final Words – Read This With Your Heart
Many of us tend to give up too quickly.
We blame luck. We accept loss. We don’t try hard enough to fix the problem.
But here’s what I learned:
Effort, Patience, and Persistence — these are life’s real tools.
You can overcome this. You will get your LinkedIn back.
You just have to try.
Last updated: May 30, 2025