The most straightforward way to remove a connection is through your connections list.
Log into your LinkedIn account and click on the "My Network" icon in the top navigation bar. This takes you to your network management hub.
On the left side of the My Network page, you'll see a panel showing your network statistics. Click on "Connections" to view your complete list of LinkedIn connections.
Use the search bar at the top of your connections list to find the specific person you want to remove. You can search by name, company, or other identifying information.
xa
Once you've located the person, click the three-dot menu icon (sometimes called the "More" button) next to their name. A dropdown menu will appear with several options. Select "Remove connection" from this menu.
LinkedIn will ask you to confirm that you want to remove this connection. Click "Remove" to complete the process.
You can also remove a connection while viewing someone's profile directly.
Navigate to the person's LinkedIn profile. Next to the "Message" button, you'll see a "More" button with three dots. Click this button and select "Remove connection" from the dropdown menu.
LinkedIn connections are the foundation of your professional network. Over time, however, your network may become cluttered with people you no longer interact with, former colleagues from jobs long past, or connections that simply aren't relevant to your current career path. Knowing how to remove a connection helps you maintain a focused, meaningful network that will support your lead generation efforts on LinkedIn.
A curated network means your feed displays more relevant content, your posts reach people who actually care about your work, and your connection list reflects your current professional identity. Some professionals also remove connections after negative workplace experiences or when they want to create distance from certain industries or roles.
Unlike other social platforms, LinkedIn doesn't notify users when you remove them as a connection. This makes the process relatively low-stakes from a social perspective.
Once you remove someone, several things change. You'll no longer see their posts and updates in your feed unless they post publicly. They won't see your activity either, unless you have public visibility settings enabled. Your endorsements of their skills will be removed, and any recommendations you've written for each other will no longer appear on your profiles.
Consider reviewing your connections quarterly. This habit keeps your network fresh and relevant. When removing connections, focus on quality over quantity. A smaller network of engaged professionals often provides more value than thousands of dormant connections.
Your LinkedIn network should evolve as your career does.
If you want to accelerate your lead generation efforts on LinkedIn, consider using LinkedIn Ads. Here's an effective MSP paid ad campaign strategy for managed IT service providers and other B2B brands selling high-value offers.