To add a background photo:

1. Click the Me icon at the top of your LinkedIn homepage.
2. Click View Profile.
3. Click the Camera icon on the upper-right corner of your introduction section.
4. Click Edit profile background to select an image from your computer, select the image and click Open.
5. After uploading the photo, you can: ...
6. Click Apply. ...

Here are 10 potential backgrounds you can consider for your LinkedIn profile picture:

1. A solid-colored wall in a muted tone, such as gray, beige, or navy
2. A brick or stone wall in a neutral color
3. A bookshelf or library background
4. A modern office setting with a desk or computer in the background
5. An outdoor scene with greenery or a cityscape
6. An abstract or artistic background with a solid color or subtle design