Sales prospecting on LinkedIn can feel like running a marathon in flip-flops. You know the people you want are out there, but finding and saving their info—at scale—just isn’t easy. Manual copy-paste? Forget it. That’s where tools like the Wiza Chrome Extension come in handy.
This guide is for anyone who wants to collect LinkedIn leads faster without getting tangled up in tech or spammy tactics. Whether you’re in sales, recruiting, or running your own hustle, you’ll get clear steps to use Wiza for bulk prospecting—plus some warnings about what actually works (and what’s mostly hype).
What Is Wiza, Really?
Wiza is a Chrome extension that helps you scrape LinkedIn search results and export the data—think names, titles, company, sometimes even emails—into a handy spreadsheet. It’s pitched as a way to “unlock” LinkedIn contact info for outreach, especially if you’re tired of hitting LinkedIn’s limits or paying for LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
But let’s be clear: Wiza isn’t magic. It can’t pull every email or phone number out of thin air. It works best for bulk prospecting when you pair it with clear filters and realistic expectations. If you’re looking for some “silver bullet” that’ll deliver perfect leads with zero effort, you’ll be disappointed.
Step 1: Install the Wiza Chrome Extension
Let’s start with the basics.
Here’s how to get set up:
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Go to the Chrome Web Store.
Search for “Wiza” or go directly from Wiza’s website. Install the extension like any other Chrome add-on. -
Sign up for a Wiza account.
You’ll need to create an account on Wiza’s site. Some features are free; most require a paid plan (and the free credits are limited). If you’re just testing, start with the free tier. -
Log in and pin the extension.
After installing, sign in through the extension and pin it to your browser for easy access.
Pro tip: Wiza works best with LinkedIn Sales Navigator. The basic version works with normal LinkedIn, but you’ll hit more limits, and the data’s not as rich. If you’re serious about prospecting, consider at least a trial of Sales Navigator.
Step 2: Build a Targeted LinkedIn Search
You get out what you put in. The quality of your LinkedIn search is everything—garbage in, garbage out.
Here’s what works:
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Narrow your filters.
Use role, company size, location, and industry to avoid scraping a ton of useless contacts. -
Use Boolean search.
LinkedIn supports AND, OR, NOT in keyword fields. Tighten things up:
"marketing manager" AND (B2B OR SaaS) NOT "intern" -
Save your search.
If you’re going to run this scrape more than once, save the search inside LinkedIn or Sales Navigator for easy access.
What to ignore:
Don’t try to scrape huge, unfocused lists. Pulling 5,000 random “managers” from all industries is a waste of time and credits. Be specific.
Step 3: Run Wiza on Your Search Results
With your search results loaded, it’s time to let Wiza do its thing.
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Click the Wiza extension icon.
The extension should prompt you to “Scan this search.” If you don’t see it, reload the page. -
Select how many profiles to scrape.
Wiza lets you choose how many pages to scan (each LinkedIn page has 25 results). Don’t go crazy—start small (say, 100-200 leads) to test quality. -
Name your list.
Give the export a clear name. “June SaaS CEOs” is better than “List 1.” -
Start the scan and wait.
Wiza will work through the pages, scraping names, job titles, companies, and—if you have enough credits and the plan—emails. Larger scans take longer.
A few honest notes:
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LinkedIn rate limits are real.
If you try to scrape thousands of profiles in one go, LinkedIn might throttle or block you. Wiza tries to manage this, but don’t push your luck. -
Not every email is guaranteed.
Wiza finds emails using a mix of public data and guessing (email patterns). Expect a chunk of “not found” or “guessed” emails, especially for private or smaller companies. -
Don’t multi-task with other scraping tools.
Running multiple “scrapers” at once is a good way to get both tools blocked. Stick with one at a time.
Step 4: Review and Export Your Results
Once Wiza finishes scanning, you’ll see your list in the Wiza dashboard.
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Check the data quality.
Open the list and spot-check a few entries. Are these the right titles? Good companies? If the info’s a mess, your search filters probably need work. -
Look at the email status.
Wiza shows “found,” “guessed,” and “not found” for emails. “Found” is usually reliable; “guessed” can be hit or miss. Don’t expect 100% accuracy. -
Export to CSV.
Download your list as a CSV. This is the file you’ll upload to your CRM, email tool, or just open in Excel.
Pro tip:
Before blasting emails, verify the addresses using a dedicated email checker (like NeverBounce or ZeroBounce). Even “found” emails sometimes bounce. Wiza offers some built-in validation, but it’s not foolproof.
Step 5: Use Your Data (Without Being a Spammer)
Getting the data is half the battle. The other half is not burning your reputation by spamming people.
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Personalize your outreach.
Don’t send the same generic pitch to everyone. Use info from the export (like company, job title) to tailor your message. -
Start small.
Send a handful of emails daily. See who responds, adjust your approach, and scale up slowly. -
Respect opt-outs and privacy.
If someone asks to be removed, do it. Don’t try to “work around” unsubscribe requests. -
Track results.
Use your CRM or a simple spreadsheet to note bounced emails, replies, and conversions. Cut what doesn’t work.
What to ignore:
Don’t fall for “spray and pray” tactics. Mass emailing 1,000 scraped contacts with a generic pitch is a fast way to get ignored—or worse, blacklisted.
What Wiza Does Well (and Where It Falls Short)
What works:
- Quickly pulling hundreds of contacts from LinkedIn searches
- Exporting leads with core info (name, title, company)
- Saving time versus manual scraping
What doesn’t:
- Guaranteeing verified personal emails for every contact
- Bypassing LinkedIn’s rate limits or anti-bot measures
- Replacing smart targeting and real human outreach
Ignore the hype:
No tool, including Wiza, will turn cold leads into sales by itself. It’s just a way to build your list faster—nothing more, nothing less.
Summary: Keep It Simple, Test, and Adjust
Bulk prospecting with the Wiza Chrome Extension isn’t rocket science, but it does require a bit of patience and common sense. Build tight LinkedIn searches, scrape manageable lists, and don’t trust any tool to handle the human side of outreach for you.
Start small. See what works. Adjust quickly. Don’t get distracted by shiny features or promises of “unlimited” leads. The best results come from combining good tools, clear targeting, and real conversations. That’s it.