even in incognito mode, the user has likely deleted or temporarily deactivated their account.
Any endorsements previously given to you by that user will vanish completely.
When a user blocks you on LinkedIn, it creates a "digital wall" between your accounts. According to LinkedIn Help , the following happens:
A missing profile does not always imply a personal block. The user may have simply paused or deleted their digital footprint. Platform Indicator You Are Blocked Account Is Deleted / Deactivated Profile is completely hidden Profile is completely hidden Via Direct Link (Logged Out) Profile is visible "Profile Not Found" error Message Thread Name "LinkedIn Member" "LinkedIn Member" Mutual Connection List Hidden from you Hidden from everyone How to Manage Your Own Privacy Settings
You will automatically unfollow each other, stopping all feed updates.
If you have a previous message thread with the person, click on their name to view their profile. If you see a generic LinkedIn error message (e.g., "This profile is not available") or the page fails to load, it is a strong indicator of a block. 2. Use the Search Bar
If the link test suggests a block, validate it:
If this person previously endorsed your skills or wrote a recommendation for you, those endorsements and reviews will vanish from your profile. 5. Vanished Comments and Tags
A heated debate in the comment section of a post often results in one party blocking the other to avoid further conflict. What to Do If You Need to Reach Out
: They will disappear from your "Who's Viewed Your Profile" section, and you will disappear from theirs. How to Confirm a Block
