How to Add Credly Badge to LinkedIn

Quick summary

Adding a Credly badge to your LinkedIn profile lets recruiters and peers instantly verify your credentials under Licenses & Certifications. This step-by-step walkthrough covers every field — from the issuing organization to the badge URL — so your certification appears publicly on your profile.

Steps

1. Log in to LinkedIn and click on your profile picture.
2. Select 'View Profile' from the dropdown menu.
3. Click on 'Add profile section' to open the section menu.
4. Select 'Recommended' from the list of profile section options.
5. Scroll down to the 'Licenses & Certifications' section and open it.
6. Enter the name of your badge or certification in the name field.
7. Type and select 'Credly by Pearson' as the issuing organization.
8. Add the date you received the certification.
9. Add the expiration date of the certification.
10. Add the credential ID number for your badge if applicable.
11. Paste the unique badge URL from Credly found in the badge details.
12. Click 'Save' — the badge will now appear on your profile under Licenses & Certifications.