How to Add Coursera Certificates to LinkedIn
- George Apostolov
How to Add Coursera Certificates to LinkedIn: step-by-step guide
Click on your profile picture and select 'View Profile'.
Click on the 'Add profile section'.
Select 'Recommended'.
Scroll down to the 'Licenses & Certifications' section.
Enter the name of your badge or certification.
Type and select 'Coursera' as your issuing organization.
Add the date when you received the certification.
Add the expiration date of the certification.
Add the ID number for your badge if applicable.
Paste the unique badge URL from Coursera found in the badge details.
Click 'Save', and the badge will now appear in your profile under Licenses & Certifications.
Quick answer: To add Coursera certificates to LinkedIn, view your profile, click 'Add profile section', go to 'Recommended', and select 'Licenses & Certifications'. Enter your certificate details including the name, Coursera as the issuing organization, dates, ID number, and badge URL. Finally, click 'Save' to display the badge on your profile.
About this LinkedIn tutorial
Showcase your professional achievements on LinkedIn by adding your Coursera certificates and credentials to your profile. This guide shows how to add Coursera Certificates to LinkedIn in 11 steps, starting with "Click on your profile picture and select 'View Profile'" and finishing with "Click 'Save', and the badge will now appear in your profile under Licenses & Certificat...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real LinkedIn interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to add Coursera Certificates to LinkedIn?
11 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your LinkedIn data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under LinkedIn. Related guides: How to Add Credly Badge to LinkedIn, How to Add CV in LinkedIn and How to Add Github to LinkedIn. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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