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LinkedIn Followers
Scraper API
Instantly scrape LinkedIn profile follower counts and collect name, position, city, current company, and more.
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Call the API
One API call with up to 20 target URLs. Python and Node.js SDKs, CLI, MCP server, or any HTTP client.
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Get structured data
Receive clean, parsed LinkedIn followers data in JSON, NDJSON, or CSV. Delivered via API, webhook, or cloud storage.
curl -H "Authorization: Bearer API_TOKEN" -H "Content-Type: application/json" -d '[{"url":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/elad-moshe-05a90413/"},{"url":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-myrvik-3baa01109"},{"url":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/aviv-tal-75b81/"},{"url":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/bulentakar/"},{"url":"https://www.linkedin.com/in/nnikolaev/"}]' "https://api.brightdata.com/datasets/v3/trigger?dataset_id=gd_l1viktl72bvl7bjuj0&format=json&uncompressed_webhook=true"
[
{
"db_source": "1788642333624",
"timestamp": "2026-09-05",
"id": "cel***lac***a-2*********",
"name": "Celia L*****a",
"city": "Canada",
"country_code": "CA",
"position": "--",
"about": null
},
{
"db_source": "1788642333624",
"timestamp": "2026-09-05",
"id": "ama***-er***dso*********57",
"name": "Amanda E*******n",
"city": "Surrey, British Columbia, Canada",
"country_code": "CA",
"position": "Sales Specialist at COBS Bread",
"about": null
},
{
"db_source": "1788642333624",
"timestamp": "2026-09-05",
"id": "ron***for***l-0*********",
"name": "Ronja F*****l",
"city": "Greater Malmö Metropolitan Area",
"country_code": "SE",
"position": "Procurement Specialist på Akind",
"about": "Thr***ng ***env********* th*********************ear***************************************"
},
{
"db_source": "1788642333624",
"timestamp": "2026-09-05",
"id": "mar***-li***n-1*********",
"name": "Margot L****n",
"city": "Canada",
"country_code": "CA",
"position": "--",
"about": null
},
{
"db_source": "1788642333624",
"timestamp": "2026-09-05",
"id": "che***bda***-ta*********7a1***",
"name": "Chef A*****a T****i",
"city": "Pesaro, Marche, Italy",
"country_code": "IT",
"position": "Head chef",
"about": "******"
}
]
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Scrape follower counts across a target list of sales reps or executives at prospect accounts to gauge individual social influence ahead of outreach. Prioritize contacts with larger organic audiences.
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Creator and KOL shortlisting
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- About
- Country code
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LinkedIn Followers Scraper API FAQs
What is the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API?
The LinkedIn Followers Scraper API is a powerful tool designed to automate data extraction from the LinkedIn Followers website, allowing users to efficiently gather and process large volumes of data for various use cases.
How does the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API work?
The LinkedIn Followers Scraper API works by sending automated requests to targeted website, extracting the necessary data points, and delivering them in a structured format. This process ensures accurate and quick data collection.
Is the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API compliant with data protection regulations?
Yes, the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API is designed to comply with data protection regulations, including GDPR and CCPA. It ensures that all data collection activities are performed ethically and legally.
Can I use the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API for competitive analysis?
Absolutely! The LinkedIn Followers Scraper API is ideal for competitive analysis, allowing you to gather insights into your competitors' activities, trends, and strategies.
How can I integrate the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API with my existing systems?
The LinkedIn Followers Scraper API offers flawless integration with various platforms and tools. You can use it with your existing data pipelines, CRM systems, or analytics tools to improve your data processing capabilities.
Is there a free tier available for the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API?
Yes! Every new Bright Data account automatically includes 5,000 free credits per month (approximately $7.50 in value) — no credit card required, no promo code, no commitment. These credits apply to Scrapers (including the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API), as well as the Unlocker API and SERP API. Credits renew on the 1st of each month, and you can start making API calls immediately after signing up.
What happens when my free credits run out while using the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API?
When your 5,000 free monthly credits are exhausted, behavior depends on your account balance. If you have pre-deposited funds, usage continues seamlessly at standard PAYG rates with no interruption. If you have no deposited funds, requests will return an error until you add funds or until your credits renew on the 1st of the following month. Note that unused free credits do not roll over.
To avoid interruptions, you can enable auto-recharge in your billing settings at brightdata.com/cp/billing/settings.
What are the usage limits for the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API?
There are no specific usage limits for the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API, offering you the flexibility to scale as needed.
Do you provide support for the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API?
Yes, we offer dedicated support for the LinkedIn Followers Scraper API. Our support team is available 24/7 to assist you with any questions or issues you may encounter while using the API.
What delivery methods are available?
Amazon S3, Google Cloud Storage, Google PubSub, Microsoft Azure Storage, Snowflake, and SFTP.
What file formats are available?
JSON, NDJSON, JSON lines, CSV, and .gz files (compressed).