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Why are people not seeing my post on LinkedIn? Why cant some people comment on my posts?

Understanding LinkedIn Post Visibility for Strategic Content Sharing

When sharing valuable content on LinkedIn that will also be viewed by the community, controlling your audience reach is essential for maximizing engagement and protecting your professional privacy. This comprehensive guide explains all visibility options and best practices to optimize your content strategy on the world's largest professional network.

LinkedIn Post Visibility Options Explained

LinkedIn offers three distinct visibility settings that determine who can view your shared content:

Anyone - Maximum visibility to all users on and off LinkedIn, including your extended network
Connections only - Limited visibility exclusively to your first-degree connections
Group - Targeted visibility only to members of the specific LinkedIn group where you shared

Your selected setting becomes your default for future posts, though you can modify this before publishing new content.

Critical Note: Visibility settings cannot be altered after publication, so strategic selection is essential.

Complete Guide to "Anyone" Visibility on LinkedIn

When you select "Anyone" visibility, your content receives the widest possible distribution across:

First-degree connection feeds
Extended network feeds (when connections engage with your content)
Topic-based search results
Your personal activity page and public profile
External websites and platforms beyond LinkedIn
Follower feeds (including non-connections)
Potentially visible to non-LinkedIn members

Scheduled Content Visibility

For scheduled LinkedIn posts, the system applies your selected visibility setting from the creation stage, not the publication time. Plan accordingly to ensure proper audience targeting for time-sensitive professional content.

Optimizing LinkedIn Visibility for Community Sharing

When sharing content that will be viewed by both LinkedIn users and the evyAI community:

Consider dual audiences - Select visibility settings that accommodate both professional and specialized AI community contexts
Use relevant hashtags - Include industry-specific and AI-related hashtags to increase discoverability
Optimize publishing times - Post when both LinkedIn professionals and evyAI members are most active
Cross-reference communities - Mention your evyAI participation to strengthen professional credibility

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

How do I change my default LinkedIn visibility setting?

Your most recently used visibility option automatically becomes your default. To change it, simply select a different option before publishing your next post.

Can I make a LinkedIn post visible to specific connections only?

No, LinkedIn doesn't currently support custom audience selection for standard posts. You must choose between "Anyone," "Connections only," or specific "Group" options. For targeted messaging, consider using LinkedIn messaging features instead.

Will people outside LinkedIn see my "Anyone" posts?

Yes, selecting "Anyone" means your content may appear on external sites and be visible to non-LinkedIn users. This can be beneficial for building your personal brand beyond the platform.

How do I know which LinkedIn visibility setting is currently selected?

The current visibility setting appears in the post creation interface before publishing. Look for the globe icon (Anyone), connections icon (Connections only), or group icon (Group) in the lower section of the post composer.

Can LinkedIn group administrators change post visibility settings?

No, only the original content author determines visibility, which remains fixed after publication. Group administrators can, however, remove posts from groups if they violate group guidelines.

Does changing my LinkedIn profile privacy settings affect post visibility?

While profile privacy controls who can view your profile, post visibility settings operate independently and determine content distribution. Review both settings to ensure alignment with your privacy preferences.

Are comments and reactions subject to the same visibility settings as the original post?

Yes, engagement with your post follows the same visibility rules as the original content. Remember that reactions and comments can make your content visible to extended networks.

What visibility setting is recommended for professional announcements shared with evyAI?

"Anyone" visibility maximizes reach for announcements, job opportunities, and industry insights you

want broadly distributed across both LinkedIn and the evyAI community.

How do LinkedIn's algorithm factors affect post visibility?

LinkedIn's algorithm considers engagement rates, relevance, and connection strength when distributing content. Posts with higher engagement receive broader visibility, regardless of the selected setting.

Can I track who views my LinkedIn posts?

LinkedIn doesn't provide individual view tracking for posts, but you can monitor overall engagement metrics including impressions, reactions, comments, and shares through LinkedIn analytics.

Do LinkedIn hashtags affect visibility across different settings?

Yes, hashtags can extend your post's reach within your selected visibility setting by making content discoverable through topic searches, even to users outside your immediate network.

How does sharing to both LinkedIn and evyAI communities affect visibility?

Cross-platform sharing maintains each platform's respective visibility settings. If you're posting identical content to both platforms, consider optimizing each post individually.

What's the optimal post length for maximum LinkedIn visibility?

LinkedIn favors concise yet substantial content. Aim for 1,300-1,700 characters (approximately 225-300 words) to maximize engagement without triggering the "see more" truncation.

How do LinkedIn Articles differ from regular posts in terms of visibility?

Unlike regular posts, LinkedIn Articles are always public and visible to anyone, regardless of connection status. They also receive different algorithmic treatment and remain prominently displayed on your profile longer than standard posts.

Can I restrict visibility of rich media content (images/videos) differently from text?

No, all elements within a single LinkedIn post share the same visibility setting. Plan your visual content

with the same audience considerations as your text.

Implementing these visibility strategies will help you build a stronger presence on LinkedIn while ensuring your content reaches precisely the audience you intend, including specialized communities like evyAI and our engaged Linkedin users!

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@Jeannette Kohlhaas

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