👨‍💻 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.

  1. Find the Extension: Locate the extension on the Chrome Web Store: View in Web Store.
  2. Add to Chrome: Click the 'Add to Chrome' button to install it.
  3. 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.

  1. Launch Tool: Click the LinkedIn Post Scraper icon in your browser toolbar.
  2. Input URL: Paste the URL of the LinkedIn profile you want to analyze into the input field.
  3. Start Scraping: Click the 'Start' button. Two tabs will open automatically: the Status Page (for management) and the LinkedIn Page (for data loading).
  4. Wait for Ready Status: Once the LinkedIn page is fully loaded, the Status Page will display the profile owner's full name, indicating readiness.
  5. Begin Extraction: On the Status Page, click the 'Scrape button. The extension will start extracting post content, hashtags, images, and crucial engagement metrics.
Screenshot of LinkedIn Post Scraper in action or status page

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

PlanPriceBenefits
Free Plan$0Limited posts & exports.
Premium$9.99/monthUnlimited scraping + unlimited exports in all formats.