Peerlist: The Antidote to LinkedIn

LinkedIn is a mess. Big surprise!

While it’s still a go-to for connecting with a massive professional network, its signal-to-noise ratio has plummeted. Recently, with a notable absence of moderation, it’s devolved into a Facebook-like cesspool.

Why LinkedIn Lost Its Charm

If you haven’t been on LinkedIn in a while, here’s what you’re dealing with:

• Endless political rants from nobodies with zero professionalism;
• Recruiters and hiring managers who vanish into the ether;
• Ghost (fake) job postings;
• Resume farming scams (where your resume’s personal info is sold to data brokers);
• Unsolicited ads everywhere;
• Shill-tactics to push LinkedIn Premium;
• Anxiety-inducing notifications like “Someone viewed your profile”;
• …and plenty more nonsense.

I’ve tried to fix these problems myself. For example, I’ve:

• Turned off every notification I could find;
• Installed custom browser extensions to block ads and hide “liked by” or “reposted by” junk;
• Used LinkedIn only for finding company names, then applied through their own job boards; and
• Reached out to recruiters via actual introductions (leveraging my connections), not cold messages.

But honestly? I’m tired.

I’m exhausted by a platform so obsessed with market share that it’s enshittified the entire experience. There are entire subreddits, like r/LinkedInLunatics, dedicated to the absurdity published on LinkedIn.

Why isn’t there a better LinkedIn alternative? Why are we tolerating this dogshit experience on a platform that doesn’t have our best interests at heart?

Peerlist: A Breath of Fresh Air

Peerlist is the antidote I’ve been searching for. Just as I was considering building my own LinkedIn alternative, I stumbled upon them on Reddit. Curious? Check out Peerlist’s clean profiles to see what I mean.

Here’s what makes Peerlist stand out:

• Clean, Modern UI: The interface is intuitive, with no clutter or distractions.
• Curated Community: Focused on tech, design, and product professionals, it feels supportive, not salesy.
• Project Showcases: Highlight your work with visually appealing portfolios that sync with GitHub, Gumroad, ProductHunt, Codeforces, and more.
• Customizable Feed: Filter your feed to see only what matters to you—no spam or rants.

The community is small but vibrant, centered on real technical talent and projects. Weekly project highlights showcase what members are building, fostering genuine engagement. I’ve found it refreshing to browse profiles that feel authentic, not like corporate billboards.

Is Peerlist Perfect?

Not yet. Peerlist is still in its early days, but the potential is undeniable. Their founders seem genuinely invested in helping people succeed. For example, their side project, Internshipp, lists exclusive internships from Peerlist companies, featuring some impressive names.

Verification on the platform costs a one-time fee of $9 USD, which I think is reasonable for job seekers and freelancers. It’s optional and likely helps prevent unverified troll accounts from flooding the platform. I suspect they’ll primarily earn revenue from vetted companies posting jobs, which feels like a fair model.

Why You Should Try Peerlist

I’m excited to see where Peerlist goes as a LinkedIn alternative for 2025. I’m recommending it to everyone in my network—freelancers, developers, designers, you name it. If you’re fed up with LinkedIn’s noise (and general digital circus vibes), give Peerlist a shot. At least they actually care about your work.