What is LinkedIn, and what are linkedin groups like?

LinkedIn Groups provide a place for professionals in the same industry or with similar interests to share their insights and experiences, ask for guidance, and build valuable connections. Hive Index organizes linkedin groups by topic, size, features, and access requirements so you can compare them before joining.

What topics are most popular on LinkedIn?

The most common community topics on LinkedIn in the Hive Index directory are Design (18), Professional Sports (16), Law (11), Biotech (9), Marketing (8).

What are the largest LinkedIn communities?

The largest LinkedIn communities with reported member counts include Social Media Marketing Group (2.0M members); Python Developers Community (1.9M members); Digital Marketing (1.8M members); Machine Learning Community (1.4M members); Linked:HR (1.0M members), and 237 more.

Are LinkedIn communities free to join?

233 of 242 (96%) LinkedIn listings in the Hive Index directory of communities are not marked as paid or application-only. Popular free examples include On Startups, Guest Posting, Link Building and Blogger Outreach, and B2B Sales. The remaining 9 require payment, an application, or both.

What features do LinkedIn communities commonly offer?

Common features among LinkedIn listings include Forum (98%), Job Board (14%), Newsletter (7%). Use feature filters on Hive Index to find communities with the features you want.

How do I find and join communities on LinkedIn?

Browse LinkedIn listings in the Hive Index directory of communities, filter by topic, size, or features, then open a community and follow its join link. Some communities may require an application or paid membership, which is shown on the listing when known.

How do I grow my community on LinkedIn?

List your LinkedIn community on Hive Index for free to reach people already searching for communities on this platform. Paid promotion can feature your community more prominently across relevant pages and send more qualified visitors to your listing.

How many LinkedIn communities are listed on Hive Index?

Hive Index lists 242 linkedin groups across 123 topics. This page was last updated 10/19/2026. Listings are updated when communities are submitted, claimed, or reviewed.

Best Linkedin Groups to Join

242 LinkedIn Communities

Updated 10/19/2026

#1
On Startups
Entrepreneurship
The largest entrepreneurial startup group on LinkedIn with close to 500,000 members. Discuss marketing, sales, financing, operations, hiring and any other startup or small business related topic.
600K members
Forum
64 views / month
#2
Guest Posting, Link Building and Blogger Outreach
Link Building
A group of guest posting and linkbuilding SEO experts. Here, you can sell, buy or exchange backlinks on high domain authority websites.
17K members
Forum
66 views / month
#3
B2B Sales
Sales
B2B Sales is focused on providing ideas, networking opportunities, job opportunities and a place to discuss business with other sales professionals.whatever with other b2b sales people. Major focus is on reps from copier companies like: Canon, Oce, Ricoh, Xerox, Konica, Payroll companies like: APD, Paychex, Ceridien. Telecom companies like : At&t, Verizon, Sprint, XO, Qwest. Uniform: Cintas, Unifirst. Business Equipment: Pitney Bowes, Neopost Advertising: Yellow Book, Clear Channel, etc… If you are looking to break into pharmaceutical sales or medical sales or technology sales then this is the group for you! Sales Recruiters Welcome!
51K members
Forum
45 views / month
#4
The Sales Association
Sales
The Sales Association (www.salesassociation.org) is the premier association for sales and business development professionals from all industries worldwide. Our mission is to provide members a powerful and strategic means to connect with one another at events and online, grow professionally, and drive profits within their organizations. Topics Discussed on The Sales Association group include: sales, sales management, VP Sales, sales jobs, telemarketing, appointments, negotiating, jobs, sales director, b2b sales, trade shows, trade show, cold calling, SEO, Web 2.0, presenting, convention, conventions, leads, lead generation, sales careers, sales products, CRM, LinkedIn, business development, enterprise sales, careers, channel partners, complex sales, sales quota, Facebook, channel partners, Twitter,overcoming objections, phone sales, marketing, conferences, conferencing, webinars, conference, and much much more!
105K members
Forum
Events
21 views / month
#5
Digital Marketing
Marketing
Digital Marketing is one of the most exciting and dynamic groups on LinkedIn for digital marketing professionals and is an extension of our site http://digitaldoughnut.com that provides a valuable resource to our members. Group discussions cover all areas of the digital marketing landscape and include topics such as social media marketing, mobile marketing, search engine marketing, online PR, email marketing, online advertising, measurement and web analytics, best practice digital marketing and more.... We provide updates to the latest whitepapers and industry reports to keep you updated on trends, innovation and best practice digital marketing. We also organise an exciting events programme of conferences, social and networking events to bring the digital marketing community together.
1.8M members
Forum
25 views / month
#6
Accounting Finance Professionals
Accounting, Finance
Accounting | Finance | Professionals is a fast-growing and vibrant worldwide community of accounting and financial professionals. The community is a forum for sharing knowledge, discussions, networking, business associations, seeking career advice & exploring job opportunities, comments, and information resources for accounting and financial professionals.
444K members
Forum
Jobs
32 views / month
#7
Engineering Leaders Network (LinkedIn)
Engineering Management
Active LinkedIn group for engineering managers and technical leaders with 120k+ members discussing industry trends and best practices.
120K members
Forum
28 views / month
#8
Linked:HR
Hr
Linked:HR (#1 Human Resources Group) is a part of the Linked:HR 1.25 million-member community. Since this group has reached the maximum 1M-member limit imposed by LinkedIn we can now ONLY ACCEPT SENIOR HR PROFESSIONALS.
1.0M members
Forum
Events
Jobs
29 views / month
#9
Machine Learning Community
Software Development, Data Science
Topics: Machine Learning, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Natural Language Processing (NLP), Neural Networks, Pattern Recognition, Predictive Analytics, Recommender Systems and the broader area of Artificial Intelligence (AI) & Machine Intelligence.
1.4M members
Forum
Events
12 views / month
#10
PMI Project
Project Management
This is an official LinkedIn Group of the Project Management Institute. Network and exchange knowledge with project professionals working in diverse specialties, industries and locations. Solve real-world project problems as a community. Share tips on finding a job or advancing their careers. Learn how PMI can support their career goals.
387K members
Forum
Paid
30 views / month
Photography (2056064)
Photography
For those of us that use Photoshop in our photography and for general discussions about photography.
172K members
Forum
15 views / month
B2B Technology Marketing Community
Enterprise B2b, Marketing
We are the #1 LinkedIn group exclusively focused on B2B tech marketing. This group is designed for marketing professionals to get the latest digital marketing news, enable networking, sharing of ideas, best practices and opportunities.
150K members
Forum
20 views / month
Sales and Development in Italy
Business Development, Non Us Founders
Sales & Business Development è il gruppo dedicato al settore delle vendite e dello sviluppo commerciale in Italia: sales director, direttori vendite, business development, agenti, responsabili commerciali, responsabili reti vendite, area manager, sales manager, venditori, rappresentanti di commercio.
24K members
Forum
22 views / month
Fractional Exec Community
Fractional Talent, Executive
Vetted LinkedIn group for C-suite fractional executives.
Forum
30 views / month
Women's Network of Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship, Female Founders
This is a group of dedicated entrepreneurs and women in business who are serious about supporting, sharing, and promoting their business with like-minded individuals with the intention of building their network and sharing resources.
20K members
Forum
22 views / month
Co-Founder
Cofounder, Entrepreneurship
Co-Founder is a group dedicated to connecting like minded entrepreneurs in a start-up or business endeavor. Connecting start-ups with Angel investment, networking, and cross-promotion will be the main focus.
12K members
Forum
21 views / month
Project Manager Community
Project Management
Join the # 1 Project Management Community for project, program & portfolio management. Find jobs, have discussions and meet others today! Learn about PM, PMI, PMP certification, PMBOK PDU, Prince2, software development, CMMI, IEEE, ISO, Six Sigma, Agile, Scrum, ITIL & PMO.
578K members
Forum
Jobs
Paid
23 views / month
WorksBuddy
Freelancing, Productivity
WorksBuddy is a community for professionals, freelancers, and job seekers to connect, share knowledge, and grow their careers. Members discuss workplace challenges, career development, productivity, networking, and professional opportunities in a supportive environment. The community encourages collaboration, learning, and meaningful professional relationships.
1K members
Forum
Chat
Apply
40 views / month
HR Professionals
Hr
Founded in 2008, the Group today has 360,000+ member HR Professionals spread across different geographies, industries, human resource functions and experience levels. This is one of the Biggest Moderated LinkedIn Groups of H.R. Professionals growing at a healthy rate of 50+ new members a day. Entry restricted to HR Professionals only. Join to: Network | Build Contacts | Share Knowledge | Learn from each other's experiences
369K members
Forum
Jobs
16 views / month
Human Resources (HR) Professionals
Hr
Powered by HR Dive, this group is a community for anyone with a career in Human Resources across the world. This group is designed to discuss Talent Acquisition, Human Resources Management, Employee Development, Compensation and Benefits, Diversity and Inclusion, Compliance and Employee Branding.
356K members
Forum
Newsletter
19 views / month
Sales Best Practices
Sales
The Sales Best Practices group is about sharing our experiences and solutions as it relates to Selling, marketing and Best Practices. Some of these topics include : Sales Development/Prospecting, Marketing, Cold Calls, Productivity, Team management, Sales Tools or Software (CRM), Business Strategy, Closing Strategies, and Recruitment.
383K members
Forum
16 views / month
Sustainability Professionals
Sustainability
LinkedIn group of sustainability professionals (energy, water, waste, recycling, green building, social, etc.) that network and communicate. Focused in sustainability and environmental issues.
320K members
Forum
20 views / month
Ecommerce Experts
Ecommerce
The URL for this group is EcommerceExperts.com. The group's moderator can be reached at [email protected]
147K members
Forum
25 views / month
Freelance Professionals
Freelance
freelance professionals IT 3D Modellers Animators Architectural Designers Art Directors Copywriters Editors Proofreaders Film Video Multimedia Graphic Designers Illustrators Interior Designers Journalists Marketers Photographers Programmers Stylists PR Officers Agents Web Designers Finance Legal..
55K members
Forum
16 views / month
Amazon Sellers & FBA
Amazon Fba Seller, Ecommerce
This is a network of e-commerce entrepreneurs who are using one of Amazon's Services, such as, Selling on Amazon, Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) and Amazon Vendors.
55K members
Forum
19 views / month
Performance / Affiliate Marketing Professionals Network
Affiliate Marketing
Networking group for affiliate marketing professionals to connect and to share news, ideas and discuss all things related to the performance market.
36K members
Forum
14 views / month
Bright Ideas & Entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurship
Bright Ideas & Entrepreneurs offers a networking community for all types of entrepreneurs, small business owners, startups, angel investors, vc's and other like minded individuals to join, share ideas, and connect!
21K members
Forum
11 views / month
Robotics & Automation Professionals
Robotics, Electrical Engineering
A LinkedIn group for robotics and automation professionals to share industry news, research, job opportunities, and technical discussions about industrial and collaborative robots.
Forum
20 views / month
AI for Her
Women In Tech, Data Science
AI for Her is a non-profit organization on a mission to bring more women and gender minorities in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) industry. Whether you are already in the AI/ML industry, are looking to move to the industry, or maybe you just want to know what AI/ML is - we welcome curious minds across all backgrounds and experiences. Beyond the safe and open community, we provide tools, resources and support for building your AI and ML skills. And by improving the gender diversity in the AI/ML industry, we are on a mission to make sure we are building an AI-powered future that is fair and equitable to everyone!
350 members
Forum
Chat
Pairing
Events
Newsletter
Jobs
18 views / month
Life Science Network
Biotech
This group is managed by PHARMeMED.com, a professional network for the life science and medical sector. This is one of LinkedIn's largest life science groups focused on life science opportunities, discussions, news, events and jobs. We connect professionals at all levels within pharmaceuticals, healthcare, biotechnology, medical devices and academia.
364K members
Forum
Events
Newsletter
Jobs
22 views / month
Python Developers Community
Software Development, Data Science
This is a group for professional developers and users of the Python programming language to expand our knowledge, skills & network.
1.9M members
Forum
Events
14 views / month
UI/UX User Experience Interactive Designer
Design
UI/UX Designers and Interactive Design professionals.
338K members
Forum
Jobs
10 views / month
HR Jobs and Ideas
Hr
"HR Jobs and Ideas" - Human Resources, talent management, hiring tech, networking group - aims to provide you with the latest information concerning HR Jobs Ideas and Technology.
319K members
Forum
Jobs
13 views / month
Accounting & Audit
Accounting, Finance
The Accounting & Audit group serves financial managers for all types of businesses: from small and medium sized businesses to listed companies and financial services such as investment boutiques and investment banks.
158K members
Forum
11 views / month
Architecture Linkedin
Architecture
112K members
Forum
15 views / month

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