Most LinkedIn scrapers put your account at risk. Datablist does not.
With Datablist, you can scrape LinkedIn profiles and their details without even connecting your account. Yes, you read that right. You don't connect your account. Therefore, you can't be banned.
This guide shows you exactly how to extract LinkedIn profile data in bulk, what information you'll get back, and how much it costs. Whether you're building a lead list for sales outreach or sourcing candidates for recruiting, this is the safest and most affordable way to do it.
📌 Summary For Those In a Rush
This article shows how to scrape LinkedIn profile data without risking your account using Datablist's LinkedIn Profile Scraper.
Problem: Most LinkedIn scrapers require you to connect your account, which puts it at risk of being banned.
LinkedIn actively monitors and restricts accounts that use unauthorized tools. Getting banned means losing access to your network, connections, and messaging.
Solution: Datablist's LinkedIn Profile Scraper extracts profile data without ever connecting to your LinkedIn account.
This guide explains what Datablist is, what data you can extract, the step-by-step process, and a full cost breakdown.
3 Key Advantages with Datablist:
- Zero risk to your LinkedIn account (no login required)
- Affordable pricing at just 25 credits per scraped profile
- Built for scale with workflow automation for thousands of profiles
What This Guide Will Cover
- What Is Datablist?
- Why Most LinkedIn Scrapers Get You Banned
- How To Scrape LinkedIn Profiles Without Any Risk
- Cost Breakdown
- Frequently Asked Questions
What Is Datablist?
Datablist is a platform for building lead generation workflows that allows over 26,000 users to find, enrich, and clean data using more than 60 different tools. From AI Agents to Email Finders, Phone Number Finder, and the tool we're covering today: the LinkedIn Profile Scraper.
Think of it as a data enrichment hub where you can upload a CSV or Excel file and run various enrichments on it. You don't need to switch between multiple tools or build complex integrations. Everything happens in one place.
The key benefit? Datablist's LinkedIn Profile Scraper doesn't require your LinkedIn credentials. It fetches public profile data directly, which means your account stays completely safe.
Why Most LinkedIn Scrapers Get You Banned
Most LinkedIn scraping tools work by logging into your account and automating actions on your behalf. LinkedIn doesn't like this. Their algorithm detects unusual behavior and will restrict or permanently ban accounts that violate their terms.
Here's what typically happens:
- You connect your LinkedIn account to a scraper
- The tool sends requests using your session
- LinkedIn detects abnormal activity patterns
- Your account gets flagged, restricted, or banned
The risk isn't worth it. Losing your LinkedIn account means losing years of connections, conversations, and credibility. Datablist avoids this entirely by never touching your account.
How To Scrape LinkedIn Profiles Without Any Risk
Now let's get into the actual process of scraping a LinkedIn profile. Below, you'll find what data you can extract, the step-by-step workflow, and a breakdown of costs.
The Data You Get
The LinkedIn Profile Scraper returns a wide range of data points. Here's what you can expect to get, organized by category:
| Category | Data Points |
|---|---|
| Basic Info | First Name, Last Name, Full Name, Headline, Summary |
| Location | City, State, Country, Country Name |
| Current/Last Job | Title, Company Name, Start Date, End Date, Description, Location |
| Company Details | Company Page URL, Company Website, Industry, Employee Range |
| Work History | Up to 9 previous work experiences (up to 10 in total) |
| Education | School, Degree, Field of Study, Start/End Dates (up to 5) |
| Other | Languages, Number of Connections, LinkedIn Profile URL (normalized) |
💡 Sales Navigator Compatibility
Datablist works with both standard LinkedIn URLs and Sales Navigator URLs. If you input a Sales Navigator URL, the scraper will also return the normalized public LinkedIn profile URL.
Scraping LinkedIn Profile Details: The Step-by-Step
Here's exactly how to set up and run the LinkedIn Profile Scraper.
Step 1: Sign Up and Upload Your Data
- Sign up for Datablist at datablist.com
- Upload your CSV or Excel file containing LinkedIn profile URLs
Step 2: Navigate to the Enrichment
- Click on Enrich in the top menu
- Go to the People section and select LinkedIn Profile Scraper
Step 3: Set Up the Enrichment
Once you select the LinkedIn Profile scraper, a drawer opens with settings. You'll see the following options:
- Accept Cached Profiles (if available): Default behavior scrapes fresh LinkedIn profile data. Enable this to use cached profiles when available. Cached profiles cost 20 credits instead of 25.
- Include LinkedIn Internal ID (URN): Returns the LinkedIn internal identifier (e.g., ACoAAAIJflYBlveEKEKWvVsjTP4QeXHK8KfcKHg). Useful for building Sales Navigator URLs.
- Experiences to return: Choose how many work experiences to scrape (3, 5, or 10).
- Educations to return: Choose how many education records to scrape (1, 3, or 5).
Step 4: Configure Your Inputs
Once you’ve configured your settings, scroll down and map the column with your LinkedIn profile URLs as Input Property
Click Continue to Outputs Configuration when ready
Step 5: Select Outputs
Configure where the scraped data will be stored. You can map output fields to existing columns or create new ones.
Click the ⊕ icons to add outputs to your collection. Alternatively, you can also use the shortcut to add all columns with one click.
Then click Continue with Instant Run to continue.
Step 6: Run the Enrichment
Now you can choose your run settings:
- Run on first 10 items: Test before committing
- Run on first 100 items: Validate larger samples
- Run on all view items: Process your entire list
Click Run on first 10 items and watch your data populate automatically.
Now you can review your results and continue the enrichment
Cost Breakdown
Datablist uses a credit system for enrichments. Here's what LinkedIn profile scraping costs:
- Fresh profile data: 25 credits per profile
- Cached profile data: 20 credits per profile (when available)
All standard plans include 5,000 free credits per month. Should you run out of credits, then you’ll be able to purchase top-up packages:
| Top-Up | Credits | Profiles (Fresh @ 25) | Cost/Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| $20 | 20,000 | 800 profiles | $0.025 |
| $50 | 60,000 | 2,400 profiles | $0.021 |
| $150 | 200,000 | 8,000 profiles | $0.019 |
| $650 | 1,000,000 | 40,000 profiles | $0.016 |
📘 Subscription Required
To use the LinkedIn Profile Scraper (and other enrichments), you need an active Datablist subscription. Plans start at just $25/month, which also includes 5,000 monthly credits.
The Bottom Line: Safe LinkedIn Scraping Is Possible
Scraping LinkedIn profiles doesn't have to put your account at risk. With Datablist, you get all the data you need without ever connecting your LinkedIn credentials.
But Datablist isn't just a scraper. It's an entire lead generation and data enrichment ecosystem. Once you've scraped your LinkedIn profiles, you can continue building your lead list with these tools:
- Waterfall Email Finder: Find verified email addresses from LinkedIn profiles with 25% more coverage than single-provider tools
- Phone Number Finder: Add direct phone numbers to your leads
- Job Board Scraper: Scrape job postings from 19 job boards at once
- LinkedIn Sales Navigator Scraper: Scrape Sales Navigator searches with ease
- AI Research Agent: Run ChatGPT search on a spreadsheet to get relevant answers for each line
As always: You bring the profiles, Datablist does the rest!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How Much Does It Cost to Scrape LinkedIn Profiles?
Fresh profile data costs 25 credits per profile. Cached profiles cost 20 credits. Here are sample calculations:
- 100 profiles: 2,500 credits = included in monthly plan
- 1,000 profiles: 25,000 credits = $20 top-up + monthly credits
- 10,000 profiles: 250,000 credits = $200 top-up (and you’ll still have credits after)
Does Datablist’s LinkedIn Profile Scraper Connect to My LinkedIn Account?
No. Datablist never connects to your LinkedIn account. This is why there's zero risk of getting banned.
Does Datablist's LinkedIn Profile Scraper Include Emails?
No, the LinkedIn Profile Scraper doesn't include emails. However, after scraping LinkedIn Profiles, you can use the Waterfall Email Finder as a second enrichment, which uses multiple providers, giving you 25% more coverage than single-provider tools.
Are There Any Rate Limits on Datablist’s LinkedIn Profile Scraper?
With Datablist, there are no strict rate limits. Just make sure you have enough credits in your account. Datablist handles request pacing automatically to ensure reliable results.
What Data Do I Get Back From Datablist’s LinkedIn Profile Scraper?
You get comprehensive profile data, including: name, headline, summary, location, current job details, work history (up to 10 positions), education (up to 5 records), languages, and connection count. See the full table above for details.
How Long Does It Take to Scrape 1,000 LinkedIn Profiles?
It takes about 3 minutes or less to scrape 1,000 LinkedIn profiles. For larger volumes, Datablist automatically increases parallel requests to keep processing times short.
Does Datablist’s LinkedIn Profile Scraper Work With Sales Navigator URLs?
Yes. Datablist’s LinkedIn Profile Scraper accepts both standard LinkedIn profile URLs (linkedin.com/in/xxx) and Sales Navigator URLs (linkedin.com/sales/lead/xxx). When you input a Sales Navigator URL, it also returns the normalized public profile URL.
What's the Best Way to Scrape Details From a List of LinkedIn Profiles?
Upload your list to Datablist, select the LinkedIn Profile Scraper enrichment, configure your settings, and run. No coding required, no LinkedIn login needed. The entire workflow automation happens in a few clicks.
How Can I Scrape Candidate Profiles Without Risking My Account?
Use Datablist’s LinkedIn Profile Scraper. Since it doesn't connect to your LinkedIn account at all, there's no way for LinkedIn to detect or flag your activity. Your recruiter account stays safe while you build your candidate lists.