If you’re on LinkedIn for anything besides scrolling, you’ve probably heard that “just showing up” can get you noticed. Visiting profiles is one of the simplest ways to get your face in front of people, but doing it by hand is slow and mind-numbing. That’s where tools like Dux-soup come in—they automate the boring stuff so you can spend your time actually talking to humans. This guide is for anyone who wants to boost their visibility on LinkedIn without turning into a spam bot (or getting kicked off the platform).
Let’s walk through how to use Duxsoup, what works, what doesn’t, and the stuff you can safely ignore.
What is Duxsoup, Really?
Duxsoup is a Chrome extension that automates some LinkedIn activities—mainly visiting profiles, but also sending connection requests and messages. The idea is simple: the more profiles you visit, the more often you’ll show up in other people’s “Who’s viewed your profile” feed. Some of those people will get curious and check you out, which can turn into connections or conversations.
But let’s be clear: this isn’t magic. Automated visits alone won’t land you clients or job offers. It’s just digital elbow-tapping—a way to get noticed and maybe start a conversation.
Step 1: Decide If Duxsoup Is Right for You
Before you install anything, ask yourself:
- What’s your goal? If you’re trying to build a real network, automation can help with visibility, but you’ll still need to do the relationship-building yourself.
- Are you OK with some risk? LinkedIn’s terms technically prohibit automation. Duxsoup tries to fly under the radar, but there’s always a chance LinkedIn could restrict your account if you overdo it.
- Do you have LinkedIn Premium or Sales Navigator? You’ll get more out of Duxsoup with these, but it works with free accounts too (with limits).
If you’re set on moving forward, let’s get started.
Step 2: Install Duxsoup
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Go to the Chrome Web Store
Search for “Duxsoup” or go straight to their site for a link. Install the extension—this only works in Chrome. -
Create a Duxsoup Account
Once installed, you’ll see a little Duxsoup icon in your browser. Click it and set up your account. The free version is limited. If you’re serious, the paid version unlocks bulk actions and better filtering. -
Log in to LinkedIn
Duxsoup needs to “see” your LinkedIn session, so log in to your LinkedIn account in Chrome.
Pro Tip: If you want to test the waters, start with the free plan. You can always upgrade if you hit the limits.
Step 3: Set Up Your LinkedIn Filters
This is where most people mess up. Duxsoup visits whatever profiles you tell it to. Garbage in, garbage out.
- Use LinkedIn Search Filters
Narrow your search to your target audience—industry, location, job title, connections, etc. - Avoid Open Networking Spam
Don’t just run it on everyone. Be specific. If you’re in SaaS sales, target actual buyers, not random recruiters. - Save Your Searches
LinkedIn lets you save searches if you have Premium. This makes repeating campaigns easy.
What to Ignore: Don’t worry about visiting thousands of profiles a day. It’s tempting, but more isn’t always better—LinkedIn will notice, and you’ll look like a bot.
Step 4: Configure Duxsoup’s Visit Settings
Time to fine-tune how Duxsoup behaves.
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Open the Duxsoup Extension
Click the little icon on your browser bar. -
Go to ‘Options’
Here’s where you set the pace: - Number of Visits per Day: Start small—maybe 50–100/day. Duxsoup lets you set a max.
- Visit Speed: Use the slowest or “human-like” speed. Fast = risk.
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Random Delays: Enable this. The more random, the less likely LinkedIn will flag you.
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Profile Actions:
- Visit Only: For visibility, just visiting is fine.
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Auto-Connect or Message: If you go this route, keep it tight. Generic “let’s connect” messages scream automation.
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Blacklist/Exclude:
If you don’t want to visit certain profiles (e.g., competitors, coworkers), add them to your blacklist.
Pro Tip: Less is more. Set the tool to run when you’re actually at your computer. If you’re out of office and Duxsoup is visiting non-stop, it’s a red flag.
Step 5: Run Your First Campaign
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Perform Your LinkedIn Search
Get the list of profiles you want to visit loaded in your browser. -
Start Duxsoup
Hit the “Visit Profiles” button on the Duxsoup dropdown. You’ll see it start to cycle through profiles. -
Monitor Progress
You can watch the visits in real time, but don’t stare—go do something else. Check back to see progress and any errors. -
Pause or Stop as Needed
If LinkedIn starts acting weird (CAPTCHAs, slowdowns), stop Duxsoup immediately. Give it a rest.
Pro Tip: Keep Duxsoup running in a dedicated Chrome window. That way, you don’t accidentally close it and kill your campaign.
Step 6: Respond to Profile Visitors
Automating visits is pointless if you ignore the people who check you out. Here’s where most people drop the ball.
- Check Your “Who Viewed Your Profile” Feed
Regularly scan for new visitors. Look for your target personas. - Reach Out Thoughtfully
If someone interesting visits back, send a personal connection request. Reference the mutual profile visit—don’t pretend it’s a coincidence. - Don’t Spam
Sending a templated message to everyone who visits you is a fast way to get ignored or reported.
What Works:
- Being specific: “Hi Sarah, noticed we’re both in B2B SaaS sales in Toronto. Would love to connect.”
- Waiting a day or two before reaching out, so it feels less robotic.
What Doesn’t:
- “Hi, I saw you viewed my profile. Let’s connect!” (Everyone hates this.)
Step 7: Stay Out of LinkedIn Jail
LinkedIn is pretty aggressive about bots. Here’s how to avoid trouble:
- Keep Visit Numbers Low
The default Duxsoup limits are usually safe, but don’t push it. - Vary Your Activity
Don’t just visit profiles. Like, comment, and post occasionally. - Don’t Run 24/7
If LinkedIn thinks you’re a robot, they’ll ask for verification or restrict your account. - Monitor for Warnings
If you get messages like “We’ve detected unusual activity,” stop all automation immediately.
Pro Tip: If you’re running a business or doing this for clients, don’t risk their main profiles. Test on a secondary account first.
What to Ignore (and a Few Honest Warnings)
- Automation =/= Relationships
Profile visits can get you noticed, but they don’t build trust. Use automation to open doors, not close deals. - Don’t Buy Into “Set and Forget”
Duxsoup isn’t a magic lead machine. You still need to do the real work: conversations, follow-ups, building actual value. - Ignore Hype About “10x Connections Overnight”
Most people will ignore your visit, and that’s fine. Focus on steady, quality growth.
Wrapping Up: Start Simple, Stay Real
Automating profile visits with Duxsoup can boost your visibility and start more conversations—if you use it with some restraint and common sense. Don’t fall for shortcuts or overdo it. Start small, see what works for your niche, and don’t forget the human side of networking. Most “growth hacks” are just noise. Keep it simple, iterate, and let real connections do the heavy lifting.