How Do I Share My Certificate on LinkedIn?

Once you have earned a completion certificate, you can share it on LinkedIn, other social platforms, or include it in your resume. Here is how.

Sharing on LinkedIn

Method 1: Direct Share Button

Go to your profile and find the certificate you want to share.
Click the Share button next to the certificate.
Select LinkedIn from the sharing options.
A pre-filled LinkedIn post will open with your certificate image and a verification link. Edit the text if you want, then click Post.

Method 2: Add to LinkedIn Profile

On LinkedIn, go to your profile and click Add profile section.
Select Licenses & certifications.
Fill in the details:
- Name: The certification title (e.g., "CompTIA Security+ Study Completion")
- Issuing organization: learn.tuxcode.net
- Issue date: The date on your certificate
- Credential URL: The verification link from your certificate page
Click Save.

Sharing on Other Platforms

Twitter/X — Use the Share button and select Twitter. A pre-filled tweet with your certificate link will open.
Email — Click the Share button and select Email to send the certificate link directly to someone.
Direct link — Copy the verification URL from your certificate page and paste it anywhere.

Downloading as PDF

Go to your profile and find the certificate.
Click Download PDF.
The PDF includes your name, certification title, completion date, QR code, and verification URL.
Attach the PDF to job applications, emails, or print it for your records.

Tips for Sharing

Add context. When sharing on LinkedIn, mention what you learned and how long you studied. Personal stories get more engagement than bare certificates.
Tag the certification. Mention the specific cert (e.g., #SecurityPlus, #AWS) to reach relevant audiences.
Include the verification link. This lets anyone confirm your achievement is legitimate.

Privacy

Your certificate and verification page are public by default. If you prefer to keep a certificate private, you can toggle its visibility in your profile settings.