Get Profile Posts
Scrape recent posts from LinkedIn profiles to analyze content strategy and engagement.
Get Profile Posts extracts recent posts from LinkedIn profiles including post content, engagement metrics, and posting patterns. Perfect for competitive analysis, content research, and social media monitoring.
When to Use It
- Analyze competitor content strategies
- Research industry thought leaders and their topics
- Monitor prospects’ posting activity for sales insights
- Gather content ideas from successful profiles
- Track influencer posting patterns and engagement
Inputs
| Field | Type | Required | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profile URL/Username | Text | Yes | LinkedIn profile URL or username to get posts from |
| Max Posts | Number | No | Maximum number of posts to fetch (1-100, default: 10) |
URL Format Options
Full URL:
Username Only:
Outputs
Returns a list of recent posts with details including:
| Field | Description |
|---|---|
| Post Content | Full text content of the post |
| Post Date | When the post was published |
| Engagement Metrics | Likes, comments, shares counts |
| Post Type | Text, image, video, article, etc. |
| Post URL | Direct link to the post |
| Media Details | Information about attached images/videos |
Credit Cost
10 credits per post processed.
Real-World Examples
Competitor Content Analysis:
Understanding Post Limits
Default Behavior (10 posts):
- Gets the 10 most recent posts
- Good balance between data and processing time
- Sufficient for basic analysis
Custom Limits:
- 1-25 posts: Quick analysis, recent activity only
- 25-50 posts: Comprehensive recent content review
- 50-100 posts: Deep content strategy analysis
Note: More posts = longer processing time, but same credit cost (10 credits per profile).
FAQ
How recent are the posts I can get?
How recent are the posts I can get?
You’ll get the most recent posts from the profile, starting with the newest. The exact timeframe depends on how frequently the person posts and your post limit setting.
What if someone doesn't post much on LinkedIn?
What if someone doesn't post much on LinkedIn?
You’ll get whatever posts are available, which might be fewer than your requested limit. Some profiles may have very few or no recent posts.
Can I get posts from private profiles?
Can I get posts from private profiles?
You can only access posts that are publicly visible. Private profiles or posts shared with limited audiences won’t be accessible through scraping.
Do I get charged based on the number of posts returned?
Do I get charged based on the number of posts returned?
No, you pay 10 credits per profile regardless of how many posts are retrieved. Getting 5 posts or 50 posts costs the same amount.
What types of content are included in the posts?
What types of content are included in the posts?
All post types are included: text posts, images, videos, articles, shared content, and polls. The post type will be identified in the returned data.
How do I analyze the post content effectively?
How do I analyze the post content effectively?
Connect the output to AI Analyze Data to extract themes, sentiment, and insights. You can also use text analysis to identify keywords and topics.
Can I get posts from company pages?
Can I get posts from company pages?
This node is designed for personal profiles. For company pages, you’d need to use the specific company page URL format if supported.
What's the maximum number of posts I can retrieve?
What's the maximum number of posts I can retrieve?
The limit is 100 posts per profile. This should cover several months of activity for most active LinkedIn users.