If you’re running outreach on LinkedIn, you know how quickly things can get messy. You’ve got connection requests flying, conversations piling up, and a bunch of “leads” that are really just random names unless you organize them. If you’re tired of spreadsheets and want a faster, more reliable way to manage and export your LinkedIn lead lists, this guide is for you.
Here’s how to do it efficiently using Dripify—a tool that claims to automate a lot of the grunt work. I’ll walk you through what actually works, what to ignore, and how to keep it simple.
1. Understand What Dripify Actually Does
Before you dive in, know what you’re getting. Dripify is designed to help you manage LinkedIn outreach by automating connection requests, follow-ups, and tracking leads in one dashboard. Not magic, but it does save you a lot of manual copying and pasting.
Pros: - Automatically pulls in LinkedIn leads as you connect or run campaigns. - Sorts and filters leads so you don’t lose track. - Lets you export your lists with a few clicks.
Cons: - You’re still limited by what LinkedIn allows—you can’t scrape thousands of profiles overnight without risk. - The exported data is only as good as what’s on LinkedIn. If someone’s profile is bare, you’re not getting much. - Dripify isn’t free, and pricing adds up if you scale teams.
Bottom line: Dripify is useful if you’re sending a lot of connection requests and want to keep your lists organized without babysitting a spreadsheet.
2. Set Up Dripify and Connect Your LinkedIn Account
You can’t manage leads if you’re not connected. Here’s how to get started:
- Sign up and log in to Dripify. Go through the usual onboarding. They’ll ask for your LinkedIn login—don’t be surprised.
- Connect your LinkedIn account. Dripify runs as a cloud app, so you don’t need to keep your computer running all day. It’ll automate actions in the background.
- Sync your LinkedIn data. Give it a few minutes to pull in your connections and campaign data. If you have a big network, expect to wait.
Pro tip: Use a dedicated LinkedIn account if you’re running aggressive outreach. LinkedIn doesn’t love automation, so don’t risk your main profile.
3. Build and Organize Your Lead Lists in Dripify
Now that you’re set up, it’s time to actually manage your leads—not just collect them.
Create or Import Leads
- Add leads directly: You can search for people on LinkedIn and add them to Dripify via the app. Or, import a CSV if you already have a list.
- Run automated campaigns: Set up Dripify “campaigns” to target people by LinkedIn search URLs, groups, or event attendees. As people respond or accept, they’ll show up as leads.
Organize with Tags and Filters
Dripify lets you tag leads (e.g., “Hot,” “Follow-up,” “Not Interested”) and filter your lists. Don’t overcomplicate this. Stick to a handful of tags you’ll actually use.
What works: - Tagging leads as soon as they reply. You’ll thank yourself later when you’re not guessing who’s who. - Filtering by campaign or status, so you can see who needs a follow-up.
What to ignore: - Don’t bother with dozens of custom fields or tags unless you have a real reason. More complexity = more mess.
4. Export Your LinkedIn Lead Lists
Here’s the main reason you’re using Dripify: exporting your leads is fast and (mostly) painless.
Step-by-Step: Exporting Leads
- Go to the “Leads” tab. Here you’ll see everyone you’ve collected via Dripify campaigns.
- Apply filters if needed. Want only leads who accepted your connection? Or just folks tagged “Interested”? Filter before exporting.
- Select leads. You can select all, or check specific boxes if you only want a subset.
- Click “Export.” Choose your format—usually CSV or Excel. Dripify will generate a file with profile links, names, job titles, and any notes or tags you’ve added.
- Download and check the file. Open it up and make sure the data looks right. Sometimes LinkedIn changes what’s visible, so don’t expect phone numbers or emails unless they’re on the person’s public profile.
Heads up: Dripify can’t magically pull private info that’s not on LinkedIn. Any tool that says it can is either lying or breaking LinkedIn’s terms (which is a good way to get banned).
5. Keep Your Lists Clean and Up-To-Date
Exporting is great, but if you don’t keep things tidy, your list will get stale fast.
Routine habits to save your sanity: - Tag leads after every campaign. Don’t wait—future you will forget who’s who. - Delete or archive contacts you’ll never reach out to. Less clutter means less confusion. - Regularly export and back up your lists. Things break, accounts get locked, and it’s easier to recover from a spreadsheet.
What NOT to do: - Don’t hoard every contact. Focus on people you actually want to work with. - Don’t trust any tool to “auto-enrich” leads with emails scraped from the dark corners of the web. That’s risky for your reputation—and your LinkedIn account.
6. Make the Most of Dripify’s Features (Without Getting Distracted)
Dripify offers a bunch of features—some useful, some just bells and whistles.
Useful: - Automated follow-up sequences: Great for not dropping the ball on warm leads. - Inbox management: Keeps track of your LinkedIn messages in-app. - Team collaboration: If you’ve got a sales team, you can assign leads and see who’s working on what.
Meh: - Analytics dashboards: They look nice, but don’t get sucked into tracking vanity metrics. Focus on replies and conversions, not just “views.” - Overly complex workflows: Start simple and only add complexity if you really need it.
7. Common Pitfalls and How to Avoid Them
A few honest warnings so you don’t waste time:
- Don’t spam. Dripify makes it easy to send lots of messages, but blasting hundreds of cold pitches will get you ignored (or worse, restricted).
- Mind LinkedIn’s limits. Even with automation, you can’t send unlimited requests. Dripify tries to mimic human behavior, but LinkedIn is always watching.
- Check for duplicates. Importing and exporting lists can get messy. Clean up your lists and merge duplicates before you start outreach.
8. Quick FAQ: What People Actually Ask
Can Dripify get me emails and phone numbers?
Only if they’re publicly visible on LinkedIn. Don’t expect any tool to reliably find hidden emails without breaking the rules.
Is Dripify safe for my LinkedIn account?
It’s safer than browser extensions, but there’s always some risk when using automation. Use sane limits, don’t get greedy, and you’ll probably be fine.
What if my Dripify export is missing data?
Check the original LinkedIn profiles. If info isn’t public, Dripify can’t pull it. Also, try exporting again after a day—sometimes LinkedIn gets glitchy.
Keep It Simple and Iterate
Managing and exporting LinkedIn lead lists doesn’t have to be a time-sink. Use Dripify to handle the heavy lifting, but don’t get lost in the weeds. Tag leads, export clean lists, skip the “growth hacks,” and focus on real conversations. Start simple—you can always tweak your process as you go.