If you spend your days hunting for talent, you know sourcing is where time goes to die. Manual copy-pasting, endless tabs, and updating spreadsheets—it’s the slowest part of recruiting. The Loxoapp Chrome extension promises to make all this less painful. This is a real-world guide for recruiters, sourcers, or anyone who wants to get candidates into their pipeline faster, with less friction and fewer headaches.
Below, you’ll find a step-by-step walkthrough for getting Loxoapp’s Chrome extension set up, using it on LinkedIn (and a few other sites), and keeping your sanity. I’ll be honest about what works, what’s just noise, and how to avoid the usual browser extension annoyances.
1. What Is the Loxoapp Chrome Extension (And Why Would You Use It)?
Before you install yet another browser add-on, let’s be clear about what it actually does:
- It’s a tool for recruiters and sourcers. The Loxoapp Chrome extension lets you quickly pull candidate info from LinkedIn, Indeed, AngelList, and a handful of other sites into your Loxoapp account.
- It auto-populates profiles. Instead of copy-pasting names, emails, work history, and so on, the extension tries (keyword: tries) to grab everything and build a candidate profile for you.
- It’s not magic. Sometimes it gets things wrong. Sometimes it misses info. You’ll still have to double-check its work.
Who’s it for?
Recruiters, talent sourcers, and small teams who actually use Loxoapp as their ATS or CRM. If you’re not using Loxoapp to manage candidates, the extension is basically useless.
2. Step-by-Step: Installing the Loxoapp Chrome Extension
Let’s get you set up. The basics are easy; the devil is in the details.
Step 1: Check Your Chrome Version
Don’t skip this. If your browser’s ancient, extensions act weird (or don’t work at all).
- Open Chrome.
- Go to
chrome://settings/helpand make sure you’re up to date.
Step 2: Download the Extension
- Head to the Chrome Web Store and search for “Loxoapp.”
- Or, you can usually find a direct link from within your Loxoapp web dashboard (look for “Chrome Extension” in help or settings).
Pro tip:
Don’t download from any sketchy third-party sites. Stick to the official store.
Step 3: Add to Chrome
- Click “Add to Chrome.”
- Approve the permissions it asks for. Yes, it needs to “read and change data on the websites you visit”—that’s how it grabs candidate info.
Step 4: Pin the Extension
- Click the puzzle piece icon (Extensions) in the top right of Chrome.
- Find Loxoapp, click the pin. Now it’s always visible.
Step 5: Log in to Your Loxoapp Account
- Click the Loxoapp icon.
- Log in with your Loxoapp credentials.
- If your company uses SSO (Google/Microsoft), use that option.
Heads up:
If you’re not logged in, the extension does nothing. If you get stuck, try logging out and back in.
3. Using the Extension to Source Candidates
This is where the tool either saves you time or just annoys you. Here’s how it works, warts and all.
Step 1: Go to a Candidate Profile
- Works best on LinkedIn, but also semi-works on AngelList, Indeed, and GitHub.
- Navigate to a candidate you want to add.
Step 2: Click the Loxoapp Extension Icon
- It’ll pop out a sidebar or window.
- The extension scrapes the page and tries to fill in the candidate’s info: name, title, company, location, etc.
Step 3: Review and Edit the Info
- Double-check what it grabs. Names are usually fine. Emails and phone numbers? Not always.
- If it’s missing info (like email), you can add it manually.
- You can choose which pipeline, job, or list to add them to.
Step 4: Add to Loxoapp
- Click “Add Candidate” (or whatever the current button says).
- You should see a confirmation.
- The candidate is now in your Loxoapp database—check your account if you want to make sure.
What Works Well
- Speed: Adding dozens of candidates is much faster than manual copy-paste.
- Auto-filling: Saves time on basics like name, company, and role.
- Integration: Good if you already use Loxoapp as your main ATS or CRM.
What’s Annoying (and How to Deal With It)
- Duplicates: The extension isn’t great at detecting if someone’s already in your database. Be ready to merge duplicates.
- Partial Info: It often misses emails or phone numbers (blame LinkedIn, not Loxoapp). There’s no way around this except to fill in missing bits yourself.
- Site Limitations: Works best on LinkedIn. On other sites, expect to do more manual editing.
4. Sourcing Smarter, Not Harder: Workflow Tips
If you’re adding dozens of profiles a day, you’ll want to avoid the usual headaches.
Batch Your Sourcing
- Don’t try to add people one-by-one as you browse. Instead, set aside a block of time and source in batches.
- Open profiles in new tabs, then click through and add them one after the other.
Clean Up Duplicates Regularly
- Make it a weekly habit to check for and merge duplicates in your Loxoapp account.
- Some overlap is inevitable; deal with it before your database turns into a mess.
Don’t Chase Missing Emails
- The extension won’t magically find personal emails on LinkedIn. If you really need email addresses, you’ll need a separate enrichment tool (contact finders, etc.).
- Don’t waste time expecting the extension to do what it can’t.
Use Custom Tags and Notes
- When adding candidates, tag them with skills, location, or pipeline stage. This will save you headaches later.
- Add a quick note if there’s something unique about the candidate.
Keep Chrome and the Extension Updated
- Bugs are often fixed in new versions. If things aren’t working, check for updates.
- Occasionally, Chrome updates can temporarily break extensions. If that happens, wait a day or two or check the Loxoapp help center.
5. What to Ignore (And What Not to Bother With)
- “One-click sourcing” hype: You’ll still need to review and edit each profile. There’s no true “set it and forget it.”
- Unnecessary integrations: If you don’t use Loxoapp as your main tool, don’t bother with the extension—it’s not a general-purpose scraper.
- Over-customizing: Don’t waste time tweaking every field. Get the basics in and move on. You can refine profiles later.
6. Troubleshooting: When Things Go Sideways
Common Issues & Fixes
- Extension won’t open: Make sure you’re logged in. If it still doesn’t work, restart Chrome or reinstall the extension.
- Info not scraping: Some sites (or locked-down LinkedIn profiles) block scraping. There’s no fix except manual entry.
- Stuck on a loading spinner: Log out and log back in. Sometimes clearing cookies helps.
- Multiple accounts: If you have more than one Loxoapp login, make sure you’re using the right one—otherwise candidates may end up in the wrong place.
When to Contact Support
- If you’re seeing persistent bugs (especially after a Chrome or Loxoapp update), reach out via their help center or support email.
- Don’t waste an hour fighting with it—sometimes it’s just broken and needs a fix on their end.
Keep It Simple (and Don’t Overthink It)
The Loxoapp Chrome extension isn’t perfect, but it’ll save you real time if you use Loxoapp as your home base for sourcing. Just remember:
- Don’t expect it to do everything for you.
- Keep your workflow tight—batch your sourcing, tag as you go, and don’t get hung up on missing info.
- Regular cleanup beats a bloated, messy database every time.
Set it up, get your basics dialed in, and tweak as you go. Sourcing’s always a grind, but at least with the right tool, it’s a little less of one.