🚀 Setting up a LinkedIn Sales Navigator account is straightforward. Sales Navigator provides advanced search and targeting capabilities that integrate seamlessly with ConnectSafely for enhanced outreach campaigns.
Sales Navigator Integration Interface
Sales Navigator connection and advanced features setup
What is LinkedIn Sales Navigator?
LinkedIn Sales Navigator is a premium LinkedIn subscription designed specifically for sales professionals. It provides advanced search filters, lead recommendations, and insights that help you identify and connect with the right prospects more effectively.
🔧 Sales Navigator Features
- Advanced lead and account search filters
- Lead recommendations and insights
- Extended network visibility (3rd degree connections)
- Real-time updates on saved leads
- InMail messaging capabilities
- CRM integration options
Two Connection Methods for Sales Navigator
🎯 Available Options
You can connect your Sales Navigator account to ConnectSafely using the same methods as regular LinkedIn accounts:
Option 1: Connect by entering LinkedIn Credentials
This is the preferred method as it allows auto-relogin when sessions end, ensuring your Sales Navigator account stays connected.
🔗 Credential Connection Steps
- Navigate to LinkedIn Accounts section in ConnectSafely
- Click "Connect Account"
- Enter your LinkedIn email and password
- Configure inbox privacy settings
- Click "Connect Account" to complete
Option 2: Connect via ConnectSafely Extension
This method is ideal if you prefer not to share your LinkedIn credentials directly.
🧩 Extension Connection Steps
- Install the ConnectSafely extension from Chrome Web Store
- Log into your Sales Navigator account in a separate tab
- Return to ConnectSafely and select "Connect via ConnectSafely Extension"
- Configure inbox privacy settings
- Click "Yes, Connect" to finalize
Sales Navigator Account Verification
✅ Verification Process
You will see your Sales Navigator account's profile picture and account details appearing on the screen, helping you identify if the correct account is being connected to ConnectSafely.
Inbox Privacy Configuration
Select your preferred inbox privacy configuration for Sales Navigator:
"Track and import all LinkedIn conversations"
Imports conversations from the last 30 days and all future conversations from your Sales Navigator account.
"Track only conversations started from ConnectSafely"
Limits tracking to conversations initiated through ConnectSafely campaigns only.
Sales Navigator Specific Considerations
- Sales Navigator accounts have enhanced search and targeting capabilities
- Some advanced features may require specific configuration
- InMail credits are managed separately from regular connection requests
- Lead recommendations work best with Sales Navigator integration
Two Factor Authentication (2FA) for Sales Navigator
If your Sales Navigator account has Two Factor Authentication enabled, you'll need to provide a PIN code during the connection process.
🔐 2FA Process
- When prompted, check your 2FA method (email, SMS, or authenticator app)
- Enter the valid and newest PIN code
- Click submit to continue the connection
- Wait for the account to sync and connect
📱 2FA PIN Validity
- Email/SMS: PINs are valid for 15 minutes
- Google Authenticator: PINs are valid for 30 seconds
- Other authenticator apps: Follow app-specific timing
Connection Complete
The Sales Navigator account will go into 'Syncing' status and eventually connect successfully. The time to sync could take from a couple of seconds to a maximum of 15 minutes. Once connected, the status will show as 'Available' and you'll have access to Sales Navigator's advanced features through ConnectSafely.
Maximizing Sales Navigator Benefits
- Use advanced search filters to target specific industries and roles
- Leverage lead recommendations for new prospect discovery
- Monitor saved leads for real-time updates and insights
- Utilize InMail credits for premium outreach opportunities
- Take advantage of extended network visibility for better targeting