The LinkedIn Universal Profile Converter automation allows you to gather profile data from LinkedIn and standardize it into a format suitable for various uses, such as lead generation, recruitment, or competitive analysis. This tool is ideal for sales professionals, recruiters, and marketers who need organized, actionable profile data. Follow this guide to set up the automation, with options to export data to Google Sheets or CSV for streamlined analysis and tracking.

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

Log in to your TexAu account at v2-prod.texau.com. Go to the Automation Store and use the search bar to locate LinkedIn Universal Profile Converter.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the Automation Store screen with "LinkedIn Universal Profile Converter" entered in the search bar.

Step 2: Connect to LinkedIn with TexAu

To allow TexAu to access LinkedIn profiles, connect your LinkedIn account. Click Add Account and select LinkedIn. TexAu offers two secure connection options:

Magic Link: Sends a secure link to your email, allowing you to log in without needing manual cookie entry.
Add Account: Connects directly using TexAu’s built-in browser extension, making setup quick and straightforward.

Tip: Magic Link provides a quick, secure connection to LinkedIn without requiring cookies.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the LinkedIn connection options, highlighting both Magic Link and Add Account choices.

Step 3: Select Your Input Source

Once connected to LinkedIn, define the input source to specify which LinkedIn profiles to convert. TexAu allows you to enter a single LinkedIn Profile URL or bulk upload multiple profile URLs using Google Sheets or CSV.

Single Profile URL: To convert a single LinkedIn profile, enter the LinkedIn Profile URL. This option is useful if you’re analyzing an individual lead, prospect, or contact for detailed data conversion.
Google Sheet or CSV for Multiple Profiles: For processing multiple profiles, use a Google Sheet or CSV file. List each LinkedIn Profile URL in a separate row, then paste the Google Sheet URL or upload the CSV file to TexAu. This setup is ideal for large datasets, allowing TexAu to process multiple profiles in a single run.
LinkedIn Filters: For bulk conversions, apply filters to narrow down profiles by criteria such as location, industry, or job title. Filtering helps target profiles more precisely, aligning the data output with your specific goals.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the input source options screen with LinkedIn Profile URL, Google Sheet, and CSV options highlighted.

Step 4: Schedule the Automation (Optional)

To run the automation at a specific time, configure the Schedule settings. Click Schedule to set the start date and time or select a Recurrence Frequency for automated, repeated conversions:

At Regular Intervals (e.g., every day or every 12 hours)
Once
Every Day
On Specific Days of the Week (e.g., every Monday and Wednesday)
On Specific Days of the Month (e.g., the 5th and 25th)
On Specific Dates (e.g., March 10)

Regular scheduling can be helpful if you’re consistently gathering LinkedIn profile data for analysis or tracking.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the scheduling interface with options for selecting start time and recurrence frequency.

Step 5: Set an Iteration Delay (Optional)

To simulate natural browsing behavior, set an Iteration Delay to control the interval between each profile conversion. Configure Minimum Delay and Maximum Delay values to introduce a randomized element, helping prevent LinkedIn from detecting automated activity. Adjust this delay in seconds, minutes, hours, or days, based on your preferences.

Screenshot Suggestion: Include a screenshot of the Iteration Delay settings, showing fields for Minimum Delay, Maximum Delay, and time units.

Step 6: Choose Your Output Mode (Optional)

In Output Mode, select how you’d like to save and manage the converted profile data. Export to Google Sheets or CSV file for easy handling, sharing, and further analysis.

Export Options: Choose Google Sheets or CSV file as your output format. If you select Google Sheets, connect your Google account to enable a direct export to Google Drive.
Output Management:
- Append (Default): Adds new converted data to the end of the existing file, creating a continuous dataset.
- Split: Each automation run creates a new file, useful if you prefer distinct datasets for each run.
- Overwrite: Replaces the previous data with the latest conversions, ideal if you’re only tracking recent profiles.
Duplicate Management: Use the Deduplicate option to automatically remove duplicate entries, ensuring your data stays organized and consistent.

Tip: Google Sheets is an excellent choice for collaborative projects, enabling real-time updates and data sharing across teams.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the output mode selection screen with Google Sheets, CSV, and Deduplicate options highlighted.

Step 7: Run the Automation on Cloud or Desktop

Once all configurations are set, click Run to start the automation. Choose between Cloud or Desktop mode for running the automation:

Cloud: Run the automation on TexAu’s servers for a hands-free experience.
Desktop: Run locally on your device if you prefer to use your own IP address, which can simulate manual conversions.

Tip: Running automations on Desktop mode saves cloud run-time costs and gives you greater control over task execution.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the Run button with Cloud and Desktop options visible.

Step 8: Access the Data from the Data Store

After the automation completes, go to the Data Store section in TexAu to access the converted profile data. Locate the LinkedIn Universal Profile Converter automation and click See Data to view or download the results.

Screenshot Suggestion: Display the Data Store screen with the “See Data” button highlighted.

The LinkedIn Universal Profile Converter automation simplifies the process of gathering and standardizing LinkedIn profile data. With configurable scheduling, bulk input options, and export to Google Sheets or CSV, this tool enables recruiters, sales teams, and marketers to build, organize, and analyze LinkedIn profile data with ease, supporting efficient lead generation and networking.

LinkedIn Universal Profile Converter