LinkedIn Profile URL Finder

The LinkedIn Profile URL Finder automation helps you locate LinkedIn profile URLs based on provided names, companies, or job titles, saving you time in finding accurate profile links. This tool is ideal for sales teams, recruiters, and marketers who want to build contact lists or target leads with precise LinkedIn profiles. Follow this guide to configure the automation, with options to export data to Google Sheets or CSV for easy management.

Step 1: Log in to the TexAu App and Locate the Automation

Log in to your TexAu account at v2-prod.texau.com. In the Automation Store, type LinkedIn Profile URL Finder in the search bar to locate the tool quickly.

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Step 2: Connect to LinkedIn with TexAu

To allow TexAu to search for LinkedIn profiles on your behalf, connect your LinkedIn account. Click Add Account and select LinkedIn. TexAu provides two secure connection options:

• Magic Link: Sends a secure link to your email, enabling login without needing to enter cookies manually.
• Add Account: Connects directly via TexAu’s built-in browser extension for easy setup.

Tip: Magic Link is a quick, secure option to connect LinkedIn without needing cookie management.

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Step 3: Select Your Input Source

Once connected to LinkedIn, configure the input source to specify the information for finding profiles. TexAu allows you to input a single name and company, or upload a list of names and companies using Google Sheets or CSV.

1. Single Name and Company: For a one-time search, enter the name and company details directly. This is useful for locating one specific profile based on provided information.
2. Google Sheet or CSV for Multiple Entries: To search for multiple profiles, use a Google Sheet or CSV file. List names and company names in separate columns, then paste the Google Sheet URL or upload the CSV file in TexAu. This setup is ideal for bulk profile searches in one automation run.
3. Filtering Options: Apply filters based on location or industry if you need to narrow down searches further. These filters help you refine search results to focus on the most relevant profiles.

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Step 4: Schedule the Automation (Optional)

To automate searches at specific times, use TexAu’s scheduling feature. Click Schedule to set the start date and time, or configure a Recurrence Frequency to repeat the automation:

• At Regular Intervals (e.g., every 4 hours or daily)
• Once
• Every Day
• On Specific Days of the Week (e.g., every Tuesday and Thursday)
• On Specific Days of the Month (e.g., the 1st and 15th)
• On Specific Dates (e.g., March 1)

Scheduling profile searches is helpful for ongoing lead generation, allowing you to keep contact lists up to date with fresh LinkedIn URLs.

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Step 5: Set an Iteration Delay (Optional)

To avoid LinkedIn’s rate limits and simulate natural behavior, set an Iteration Delay to control the interval between each profile search. Configure Minimum Delay and Maximum Delay values to add variability, helping avoid detection. Adjust the delay in seconds, minutes, hours, or days, depending on your needs.

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Step 6: Choose Your Output Mode (Optional)

In Output Mode, select how you’d like to save the LinkedIn profile URLs. Exporting data to Google Sheets or CSV file provides flexibility in managing and sharing your findings.

1. Export Options: Choose Google Sheets or CSV file as your output format. If selecting Google Sheets, link your Google account to enable direct export to Google Drive.
2. Output Management:
   • Append (Default): Adds each new URL search result to the end of the existing file, creating a cumulative list of profiles.
   • Split: Each run generates a new file, useful for keeping data organized by session.
   • Overwrite: Replaces previous data with the latest search results, ideal if you’re only interested in the most recent list of LinkedIn URLs.
3. Duplicate Management: Enable Deduplicate to automatically remove duplicate entries, ensuring your data stays clean and organized.

Tip: Google Sheets export is useful for collaborative projects, allowing team members to access and act on updated URLs in real time.

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Step 7: Run the Automation on Cloud or Desktop

Once all configurations are complete, click Run to start the automation. Choose whether to run on Cloud or Desktop mode:

• Cloud: Runs the automation on TexAu’s servers, perfect for hands-free operation.
• Desktop: Run locally on your device if you prefer using your IP address, which may simulate manual usage.

Tip: Running automations on Desktop mode saves cloud runtime costs and provides more control over task execution.

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Step 8: Access the Data from the Data Store

After the automation completes, go to the Data Store section in TexAu to access the list of LinkedIn profile URLs. Locate the LinkedIn Profile URL Finder automation and click See Data to view or download the results.

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The LinkedIn Profile URL Finder automation simplifies locating LinkedIn profile URLs based on names, companies, and job titles, making it ideal for lead generation and contact list building. With scheduling, bulk search capabilities, and export to Google Sheets or CSV, this tool enables sales, recruiting, and marketing teams to efficiently gather accurate LinkedIn URLs for outreach and engagement.