Strikethrough Text on LinkedIn — Here's How

📅 2026-05-05LinkedInGuide

Strikethrough on LinkedIn is one of the most underrated formatting tools. It's perfect for showing before/after, making corrections with humor, or adding a comedic beat to your posts.

How to Add Strikethrough on LinkedIn

LinkedIn doesn't have a strikethrough button, but you can use Unicode strikethrough characters. The easiest way is with Link-Polish:

  1. Open Link-Polish
  2. Type your text
  3. Select it and click Strikethrough
  4. Copy and paste into LinkedIn

Creative Uses for Strikethrough on LinkedIn

The Funny Correction

"I'm ~~not~~ going to talk about my layoff again."

The Before/After

"~~I hate networking.~~ I now love building genuine relationships."

The Reveal

"~~Secret~~ Tip: The best time to post is when your audience is online."

When NOT to Use Strikethrough

Don't use strikethrough for serious or sensitive topics. It's a playful formatting tool — keep it light. Also, avoid using it on every post. It loses its impact if overused.

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