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Understanding LinkedIn Contracts: What They Are and the Different Types
Understanding LinkedIn Contracts: What They Are and the Different Types

Information about types of LinkedIn contracts (subscriptions), what are their differences, and how they can affect your Dripify usage.

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Written by Joanna B.
Updated over 2 months ago

LinkedIn, being one of the most popular professional networking platforms in the world, offers several subscription options designed to cater to the needs of its diverse user base. These subscriptions are also referred to as LinkedIn contracts on the Dripify platform and articles. They provide varying levels of access and features to enhance your experience and support your professional goals. Whether you're a job seeker, a recruiter, or a business professional, understanding the types of LinkedIn contracts can help you choose the right plan for your needs.

What is a LinkedIn Contract?

A LinkedIn contract essentially refers to a LinkedIn subscription plan that grants you access to premium features on the platform. Each subscription type is tailored to a specific use case, allowing professionals to get the most out of their LinkedIn experience.

Types of LinkedIn Contracts

  1. LinkedIn Premium (Career and Business).
    The LinkedIn Premium plan is designed for professionals who want to take their networking and job searching to the next level. It includes features like: InMail messages, Profile insights, Access to LinkedIn Learning, and Additional search filters.
    LinkedIn Premium is a solid choice for those who want increased visibility, greater communication flexibility, and enhanced job-seeking tools.

  2. LinkedIn Sales Navigator
    LinkedIn Sales Navigator is specifically designed for sales professionals who want to leverage LinkedIn for lead generation, prospecting, and sales outreach. Some key features include: Advanced search filters, Lead recommendations, InMail messaging, and CRM integration.
    Sales Navigator is an essential tool for sales teams looking to find and engage with potential clients more efficiently.

  3. LinkedIn Recruiter Lite
    Recruiter Lite is a lighter version of LinkedIn Recruiter, designed for individual recruiters or small teams. While it includes many of the core features of the full Recruiter plan, it offers a more affordable option for smaller-scale recruiting needs. Some key features include: Simplified search filters and candidate management tools, the ability to send InMails, and access to a more limited number of search results compared to the full Recruiter plan.
    Recruiter Lite is a great solution for freelance recruiters or smaller businesses looking to tap into LinkedIn's recruitment tools without the commitment of the full Recruiter subscription.

Which LinkedIn Contract is Right for You?

Choosing the right LinkedIn contract depends on your professional needs:

- If you're a job seeker looking to gain more visibility, the LinkedIn Premium plan might be your best bet.

- For sales professionals aiming to generate leads and connect with prospects, Sales Navigator offers powerful tools for targeted outreach.

- If you're in recruiting or talent acquisition, Recruiter Lite will give you the advanced search and management features you need to find the best candidates.

Each of these plans is designed to help you leverage LinkedIn’s network and tools more effectively, so you can focus on what matters most - whether that’s advancing your career, closing sales, or hiring top talent. Combined with Dripify, they can help you to achieve your desired goal, whether it means bringing more people to your business, finding workers, growing audience, etc.

Impact of LinkedIn Contract on Dripify Usage

  • Messaging Limits:
    Premium, Sales Navigator, and Recruiter Accounts: Users can send between 100 to 200 messages per day.
    Free LinkedIn Accounts: Users are limited to sending 50 to 100 messages per day.
    When automating messages through Dripify, it's important to stay within these limits to avoid potential account issues.

  • Profile Viewing Limits:
    Premium, Sales Navigator, and Recruiter Accounts: Users can view up to 400 profiles per day.
    Free LinkedIn Accounts: Users are limited to viewing 200 profiles per day.

  • Premium Career and Premium Business do not have a separate search feature or additional limits like Navigator or Recruiter, it is simply an enhancement of basic Linkedin features. This means you cannot pick it up from the preferred Linkedin contract in Dripify.

Adding leads on the Free LinkedIn Plan

Be aware that when on the free profile, you cannot add a search link from the Sales Navigator or LinkedIn Recruiter account as your leads list since Dripify cannot load the leads from such a link from your account.

Additionally, LinkedIn has Monthly People Search Limits, that is being calculated based on your activity on LinkedIn. This is used to determine if you're using LinkedIn for recruiting or generating leads. Your free monthly usage resets at midnight PST on the 1st of each calendar month.

If you are using a Free LinkedIn account and add a valid Search URL into the campaign, but you get either 0 or 1 result, this is a sign that you've reached LinkedIn Browsing Limit.

💡You can always upgrade to one of LinkedIn's Premium account plans to increase the number of profile searches and views you have available.

Recommendations for Dripify Users:

If you find that your outreach efforts are constrained by the limits of a free account, consider upgrading to a Premium, Sales Navigator, or Recruiter plan to access higher limits and additional features.

By understanding and adhering to LinkedIn's activity limits corresponding to your subscription plan, you can effectively utilize Dripify to enhance your LinkedIn outreach while maintaining a healthy account status.

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