👨💻 Maximize Your Data: How to Use the LinkedIn Post Scraper
This guide shows you how to quickly extract post content, engagement metrics, and more for analysis.
1. 🚀 Getting Started and Installation
The first step is adding the tool to your browser and authenticating your account.
- Find the Extension: Locate the extension on the Chrome Web Store: View in Web Store.
- Add to Chrome: Click the 'Add to Chrome' button to install it.
- Authentication: A Google Sign-In is required to access the extension. Log in with your Google account when prompted.
2. 🎯 Step-by-Step Data Scraping Process
Follow these quick steps to launch the scraper and begin extracting public LinkedIn post data.
- Launch Tool: Click the LinkedIn Post Scraper icon in your browser toolbar.
- Input URL: Paste the URL of the LinkedIn profile you want to analyze into the input field.
- Start Scraping: Click the 'Start' button. Two tabs will open automatically: the Status Page (for management) and the LinkedIn Page (for data loading).
- Wait for Ready Status: Once the LinkedIn page is fully loaded, the Status Page will display the profile owner's full name, indicating readiness.
- Begin Extraction: On the Status Page, click the 'Scrape button. The extension will start extracting post content, hashtags, images, and crucial engagement metrics.
3. 💾 Stopping and Exporting Your Data
The scraper makes exporting your research data simple and compatible with major tools.
- Complete/Stop: When finished, click the 'Stop' button on the status page.
- Download: Download your extracted data instantly in CSV, Excel (XLSX), or JSON format.
4. 📈 Key Features, Use Cases, and Plans
Scraper Features
- Data Extraction: Extract post text, hashtags, images, reactions, and comments.
- Engagement Metrics: Capture likes, comments, and shares for detailed analysis.
- Security: All scraped public data is saved locally in your browser.
Use Cases
- Lead generation & outreach campaigns
- Market & competitor research
- Social media analytics & reporting
Pricing Plans
| Plan | Price | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Free Plan | $0 | Limited posts & exports. |
| Premium | $9.99/month | Unlimited scraping + unlimited exports in all formats. |