Auto-DM Profile Visitors | n8n LinkedIn

Turn passive profile views into active conversations automatically. This n8n workflow reaches out to people who visit your LinkedIn profile with personalized DMs or connection requests based on connection status.

Key Takeaways

• Profile visitors show buying intent - according to LinkedIn's Sales Navigator data, they're 3x more likely to respond than cold contacts
• Smart routing sends DMs to connections and connection requests to non-connections
• Deduplication tracking prevents messaging the same person twice
• Platform-safe approach using ConnectSafely's compliant automation

The Intent Signal

According to LinkedIn's engagement research, profile visitors demonstrate higher intent than almost any other signal.

When someone views your profile, they're showing intent:

• They searched for someone like you
• They clicked from your content
• They were referred by a connection
• They're researching before reaching out

Don't wait for them to message first. Take the initiative while their interest is fresh. This workflow supports an inbound lead generation strategy.

Workflow Overview

Smart Routing Logic

The workflow handles different scenarios:

Connection Status	Action	Message Type
1st Degree	Send DM	Casual follow-up
2nd/3rd Degree	Send connection request	Introduction with context
Already processed	Skip	Avoid duplicate outreach

Key Features

Deduplication

• Tracks every visitor in Google Sheets
• Never messages the same person twice
• Maintains clean outreach records

Connection-Aware Messaging

• Different messages for connections vs. non-connections
• Adapts tone based on relationship degree
• Personalizes based on their profile data

Rate Limiting

Following LinkedIn's community guidelines:

• Built-in delays between messages
• Respects LinkedIn's daily limits
• Spreads outreach throughout the day

Use ConnectSafely's rate limiting for automatic protection.

Setup Instructions

Step 1: Create Tracking Sheet

Set up a Google Sheet with:

Column	Purpose
Profile URL	Visitor's LinkedIn URL
Name	For reference
Visit Date	When they visited
Connection Degree	1st, 2nd, or 3rd
Action Taken	DM or Connection Request
Action Date	When outreach happened
Response	Track replies

Step 2: Configure Message Templates

For 1st Degree Connections (DM)

Hey {{firstName}}!

Noticed you stopped by my profile - thanks for checking it out!

I'm curious what brought you there. If you're looking into [your expertise area], happy to chat about how I might be able to help.

What's on your mind?

For 2nd/3rd Degree (Connection Request)

Hi {{firstName}},

Saw you visited my profile and wanted to reach out. I'm [brief intro] and noticed we share an interest in [common ground from their profile].

Would love to connect and learn more about what you're working on!

See our LinkedIn messaging best practices guide for more templates.

Step 3: Build the Workflow

Node 1: Schedule Trigger

• Run every 4-6 hours
• Catches visitors while they remember visiting

Node 2: Get Profile Visitors

• Fetch last 24 hours of visitors
• Limit to 50 per run

Get your API credentials from the ConnectSafely dashboard.

Node 3: Check if Processed

• Query Google Sheets for existing entries
• Filter out already-contacted visitors

Node 4: Check Connection Status

• For each new visitor, get connection degree

Node 5: Switch Node

• Route based on connection degree:
  • 1 → Send DM path
  • 2 or 3 → Send connection request path

Node 6a: Send DM (for 1st degree)

• Use the DM template
• Personalize with their name

Node 6b: Send Connection Request (for 2nd/3rd degree)

• Use the connection request template
• Include personalized note (under 300 characters)

Node 7: Log to Sheet

• Record the action taken
• Include timestamp

Message Best Practices

Don't Be Creepy

Bad: "I saw you were looking at my profile at 3:47 PM yesterday..."

Good: "Noticed you stopped by my profile - always nice to meet new people!"

Make It About Them

Bad: "I'm a sales expert with 15 years of experience..."

Good: "I saw you're in [their industry] - that's such an interesting space right now."

Have a Soft CTA

Bad: "Let me know when you're free for a 30-minute call!"

Good: "Curious what brought you by - happy to chat if you have questions!"

Keep It Short

• DMs: 3-4 sentences max
• Connection notes: Under 300 characters (LinkedIn limit)

Learn more about effective LinkedIn outreach.

Handling Edge Cases

Recruiter Visitors

• Option A: Skip them with a filter on headline
• Option B: Send a polite "not looking" message
• Option C: Engage if you're open to opportunities

Competitor Research

• Be professional, not defensive
• Consider if there's partnership potential
• Don't share sensitive information

Anonymous Visitors

• LinkedIn Premium shows some visitors as anonymous
• Can't message these - workflow automatically skips

Measuring Success

Track these KPIs in your Google Sheet:

Metric	Target	Why It Matters
Response Rate	15%+	Shows message quality
Connection Acceptance	40%+	Validates targeting
Conversation Rate	10%+	Real relationship building
Opportunity Rate	5%+	Business impact

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I automatically send DMs to LinkedIn profile visitors?

Use n8n with ConnectSafely.ai to fetch visitors, check connection status, and smart-route to DMs (for 1st-degree connections) or connection requests (for 2nd/3rd-degree). The workflow tracks contacts in Google Sheets to prevent duplicate messages. Requires LinkedIn Premium for full visitor access. See the n8n integration guide for setup.

Should I mention that I saw someone view my LinkedIn profile?

No, it comes across as intrusive or even creepy. Instead, find a natural conversation starter: shared interests, mutual connections, or relevant content you noticed. Say "Noticed you stopped by" rather than "I saw you viewed my profile at 2:47 PM." Focus on providing value, not surveillance.

What's the best message to send LinkedIn profile visitors?

Keep it casual and value-focused, not salesy. Ask what brought them by, mention common ground, and offer something helpful. Never pitch on first contact. According to LinkedIn's engagement data, profile visitors are 3x more likely to respond than cold contacts. See our messaging guide for proven templates.

Do I need LinkedIn Premium to see who viewed my profile?

Yes, LinkedIn Premium is required to see the full visitor list with timestamps and titles. Free accounts only show the most recent 5 visitors with limited details, making automation impractical without Premium.

How many LinkedIn profile visitors should I message per day?

10-20 personalized messages maximum to maintain quality and avoid LinkedIn's detection patterns. Focus on visitors matching your ideal customer profile rather than messaging everyone. ConnectSafely's rate limiting automatically enforces safe limits with human-like delays.

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