How to Create a Company in LinkedIn

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If you’re having trouble finding the options to create a new company page on LinkedIn, let’s go through a more detailed and updated step-by-step process:

Detailed Steps to Create a Company Page on LinkedIn

1. Log In to LinkedIn:
   • Ensure you are logged into your LinkedIn account.
2. Go to LinkedIn Pages Section:
   • On the LinkedIn homepage, look at the top right corner for the “Work” icon (a grid of nine small squares) next to your profile picture and notifications.
   • Click on the “Work” icon.
3. Create a Company Page:
   • Scroll down in the “Work” menu until you see the “Create a Company Page” option at the bottom.
   • Click on “Create a Company Page”.
4. Select the Page Type:
   • You will be presented with options to select the type of page you want to create. The options usually include:
     • Company
     • Showcase page
     • Educational institution
   • Select “Company”.
5. Enter Company Details:
   • Page Identity:
     • Page Name: Enter your company’s name.
     • LinkedIn Public URL: Customize the LinkedIn URL for your company page (e.g., linkedin.com/company/yourcompany).
   • Company Details:
     • Website URL: Enter your company’s website address.
     • Industry: Select your industry from the dropdown menu.
     • Company Size: Select the size of your company from the dropdown menu.
     • Company Type: Select the type of your company (e.g., Public Company, Non-Profit, Privately Held).
   • Profile Details:
     • Logo: Upload your company’s logo.
     • Tagline: Enter a short tagline or slogan for your company.
6. Verify Authority:
   • Check the box to verify that you have the right to act on behalf of the company in the creation of the LinkedIn page.
7. Create Page:
   • Once all the required information is filled out, click the “Create Page” button at the bottom of the form.
8. Complete Your Company Page:
   • After the page is created, you can add more details:
     • Description: Provide a detailed description of your company.
     • Location: Add your company’s location(s).
     • Cover Photo: Add a cover photo to make your page visually appealing.
9. Publish and Share Your Page:
   • After completing your company profile, start inviting your connections to follow the page.
   • Share your new page on your personal LinkedIn profile and other social media platforms to increase visibility.

Troubleshooting Tips

• Clear Browser Cache: Sometimes, clearing your browser cache can help if options aren’t displaying correctly.
• Use a Desktop Browser: Ensure you are using a desktop browser, as some features might not be fully accessible on mobile devices.
• Update Your Browser: Make sure your browser is up to date.
• Check LinkedIn Help: If the problem persists, visit the LinkedIn Help Center for more assistance.

By following these steps, you should be able to create a company page on LinkedIn successfully. If you continue to have issues, please provide more details about what you are seeing or the specific problem you’re encountering, and I can offer more targeted assistance.