Should I publicly indicate on LinkedIn that I'm looking for a job?

The 'Open to Work' banner is visible to everyone or only to recruiters — LinkedIn offers both options. Visible to recruiters only: No public green ring, but still appearing in recruiter searches — best option if you are searching discreetly. Publicly visible: The green 'Open to Work' ring — signals availability but may weaken your position in negotiations. LinkedIn data shows: Profiles with an activated Open to Work status are contacted 2x more often by recruiters. GDPR note: Even recruiter-internal settings can be seen by third parties if recruiters share their screen — complete discretion is not guaranteed. Recommendation: Activate recruiter-only for a discreet search.