If you're juggling LinkedIn posts and trying to get real engagement—not just vanity likes—you've probably run into Lempod. This guide breaks down how to actually connect Lempod with LinkedIn, set up your campaigns, and avoid the traps that make automation more hassle than help. If you're looking for a step-by-step, honest walkthrough (without the sales pitch), you're in the right place.
Who This Guide Is For
- LinkedIn power users who want to automate engagement (without getting banned).
- Marketers or founders who need to manage multiple LinkedIn campaigns efficiently.
- Anyone tired of vague “growth hacks” and just wants to get their posts seen by real people.
What’s Lempod, Really?
In case you’re new to the tool: Lempod is a browser extension that helps you join “pods”—groups of LinkedIn users who agree to like and comment on each other’s posts. It’s basically a way to game the LinkedIn algorithm so your posts reach more people.
Sounds sketchy? It can be, if you’re sloppy. LinkedIn doesn’t officially approve of this kind of automation, and if you overdo it or get too spammy, you can get penalized. But used carefully, it can save you a lot of time and boost your reach.
What You Actually Need To Get Started
Before you even think about connecting Lempod and LinkedIn, make sure you have:
- A LinkedIn account that’s in good standing (no recent warnings or restrictions).
- Google Chrome (or a Chromium-based browser) for the Lempod extension.
- A Lempod account (the free trial gives you a taste, but you’ll hit limits fast).
- The actual post(s) you want to promote—don’t try to automate junk.
Step 1: Install the Lempod Chrome Extension
You can’t use Lempod without its Chrome extension. Here’s what to do:
- Head to the Chrome Web Store and search for “Lempod.”
- Click “Add to Chrome.”
- Once installed, you should see the Lempod icon in your browser toolbar.
Pro tip: If you’re using another browser, just stop here and switch to Chrome. Lempod won’t work reliably on Firefox or Safari.
Step 2: Log Into Lempod and Connect Your LinkedIn Account
- Go to the Lempod web app and sign in (or create an account).
- Click the Lempod icon in your browser.
- You’ll get prompted to log in to LinkedIn—do it in the same browser window.
- Lempod will ask for permission to access your LinkedIn data. This is how it automates likes and comments.
What’s actually happening: The extension acts as a “robot you,” interacting with LinkedIn in your browser. It doesn’t get your LinkedIn password, but it does get access to your LinkedIn session. If that makes you nervous, this probably isn’t the tool for you.
Step 3: Join or Create a Pod
Here’s where most people get lost. You have two main options:
a) Join a Public Pod
- Browse the pod marketplace inside Lempod.
- Look for pods that match your industry or target audience.
- Avoid pods with thousands of members—these are usually filled with bots or low-quality accounts.
- Click “Join” and read the pod rules (some require manual approval).
b) Create a Private Pod
- If you have a team or a group of trusted connections, create your own pod.
- Click “Create Pod,” set a name and description, and invite people you know.
- Private pods are safer and usually lead to better engagement (since people actually read your stuff).
Honest take: Huge public pods are tempting, but they rarely lead to real conversations or connections. Quantity over quality is a fast way to get flagged by LinkedIn or annoy your network.
Step 4: Add Your LinkedIn Post to the Pod
This is where the automation kicks in.
- Publish your LinkedIn post manually (don’t use third-party schedulers).
- Copy the post’s URL.
- In the Lempod dashboard, paste the URL into the “Add Post” field.
- Set the engagement options:
- How many likes/comments you want.
- How fast you want them to roll in (spread them out—don’t blast 50 likes in 2 minutes).
- Optional: Write custom comments for pod members to use (recommended for authenticity).
Pro tip: Don’t ask for more engagement than your normal posts get. Jumping from 3 likes to 150 overnight is a red flag for LinkedIn’s spam filters.
Step 5: Monitor Your Campaign (Don’t Set and Forget)
Lempod will start having pod members like/comment on your post. But you can’t just walk away:
- Watch your post’s analytics in LinkedIn—not just the Lempod dashboard.
- Respond to real comments from your network. Don’t ignore genuine engagement.
- If you see a bunch of generic “Great post!” comments, tweak your pod or write better comment templates.
- If LinkedIn sends you any warnings or captchas, take a break. Seriously.
What to ignore: Lempod’s built-in stats about “reach” are just estimates. Focus on real profile views, DMs, or inbound connections.
Step 6: Adjust and Iterate
Automation isn’t magic, and it doesn’t replace real relationships. Here’s how to keep things from going off the rails:
- Rotate which posts you promote. Don’t blast every single update.
- Occasionally leave the pod and rejoin, or switch up your pod memberships, to keep things natural.
- Mix manual engagement with automated. Spend 10 minutes commenting on others’ posts the old-fashioned way.
- If your reach drops or your account gets flagged, pull back—don’t double down.
What Works, What Doesn’t, and What to Watch Out For
What works:
- Small, private pods with people you know.
- Genuine comments (not copy-pasted fluff).
- Slow, steady engagement—never all at once.
What doesn’t:
- Huge public pods full of strangers and bots.
- Using Lempod for every single post (it gets obvious).
- Ignoring LinkedIn’s terms of service—the risk is on you.
What to watch out for:
- LinkedIn cracking down on automation. They change their detection tactics often.
- Pod fatigue—people stop actually reading and just auto-like.
- Your own reputation. If your network notices fake engagement, you lose trust.
Real Talk: Is Lempod Worth It?
If you use it sparingly and play by the unwritten rules, Lempod can give your content a nudge. But it’s not a magic bullet. Don’t expect it to build your brand for you, and don’t expect LinkedIn to ignore obvious automation forever.
Lempod is best for:
- Promoting genuinely useful posts you want seen by more people.
- Getting early traction when you’re new or building an audience.
- Teams coordinating campaigns where everyone is willing to engage for each other.
Skip it if:
- You’re after long-term, organic relationships.
- You’re not willing to monitor for red flags.
- You already get solid engagement on your own.
Keep It Simple
Don’t get lost in the weeds. Start small, track your results, and don’t use any automation tool as a crutch. The real win is posting stuff people actually want to engage with—tools like Lempod just help you get a little extra momentum. Use it wisely, keep things looking human, and adjust as you go. That’s how you get value without the spammy side effects.