How do I keep my job search private from my current employer on LinkedIn?

Use the privacy and job-seeking settings carefully, avoid public signals and be discreet about profile changes. Settings change over time, so check the current options in your account's privacy and job preferences pages.

Steps:

• If you signal openness to recruiters, choose the option visible to recruiters only, not a public banner. No setting can promise your employer will not find out.
• Turn off notifications to your network when you edit your profile, if that option is available.
• Avoid posting about job hunting or following many competitors suddenly.
• Do not list your current employer's confidential projects.
• Update your profile gradually rather than all at once.

Be aware that colleagues may still see changes. Never use work devices or work email for job searching.