Fastcompany iconFastcompanySep 23, 2026 ~1 min source read

Pretending you worked somewhere on LinkedIn is about to get harder

LinkedIn is launching a new feature that will allow companies to remove any imposter employee accounts. If a fake recruiter approaches you on LinkedIn saying they work for so-and-so company—and their profile matches—then you're likely to believe them.

Pretending you worked somewhere on LinkedIn is about to get harder

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LinkedIn is launching a new feature that will allow companies to remove any imposter employee accounts.

If a fake recruiter approaches you on LinkedIn saying they work for so-and-so company—and their profile matches—then you're likely to believe them.

Workplace verification could soon be required Microsoft-owned LinkedIn is also piloting a tool that would make it harder for someone to keep inaccurate employment on their profile, even if the company page...

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LinkedIn is launching a new feature that will allow companies to remove any imposter employee accounts. If a fake recruiter approaches you on LinkedIn saying they work for so-and-so company—and their profile matches—then you're likely to believe them. LinkedIn] The new feature is rolling out over the next few weeks to all verified companies worldwide.

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  • Workplace verification could soon be required Microsoft-owned LinkedIn is also piloting a tool that would make it harder for someone to keep inaccurate employment on their profile, even if the company page...
  • LinkedIn] A select number of companies are currently testing a feature th...

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Anyone lying on their resume is in for a rude awakening.

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