How to Add Credly Badge to LinkedIn
- George Apostolov
How to Add Credly Badge to LinkedIn: step-by-step guide
Log in to LinkedIn and click on your profile picture.
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 'Credly by Pearson'.
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 Credly found in the badge details.
Click 'Save', and the badge will now appear in your profile under Licenses & Certifications.
Quick answer: To add a Credly badge to LinkedIn, log in and view your profile, select Add profile section under Recommended, scroll to Licenses & Certifications, enter your certification details, organization, dates, ID, and badge URL, then click Save to display the badge on your profile.
About this LinkedIn tutorial
Showcase your professional achievements on LinkedIn by adding your Credly certifications and badges directly to your profile licenses section. This guide shows how to add Credly Badge to LinkedIn in 12 steps, starting with "Log in to LinkedIn and click on your profile picture" 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 Credly Badge to LinkedIn?
12 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 CV in LinkedIn, How to Add Github to LinkedIn and How to Add Google Certificate to LinkedIn. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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