LinkedIn Alumni Search Export

The LinkedIn Alumni Search Export automation helps you gather information on alumni from specific schools or universities on LinkedIn, based on keywords and filters. This tool is valuable for recruiters, marketers, and educational institutions aiming to build alumni lists, analyze career paths, or track talent. Follow this step-by-step guide to configure the automation, with options to export data to Google Sheets or CSV for easy management and analysis.

Step 1: Log in to the TexAu App and Locate the Automation

Log in to your TexAu account at v2-prod.texau.com. In the Automation Store, use the search bar to find LinkedIn Alumni Search Export. This quick search helps you access the tool to begin setup.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the Automation Store with "LinkedIn Alumni Search Export" entered in the search bar.

Step 2: Connect to LinkedIn with TexAu

To extract alumni profile details, connect your LinkedIn account to TexAu. Click Accounts to select LinkedIn as the platform and authorize your account using one of these methods:

• Share Via Magic Link: Allow on-behalf client account authorization for seamless access by using the shared URL.Click Share Via Magic Link, copy the URL, and paste it into your browser to access the Connect New Account page. Install the extension to complete account integration.
• Add Account: Helps you easily sync cookies and other information from your browser to the TexAu platform.

Tip: Use the Magic Link method for a secure and straightforward connection.

Step 3: Choose Cloud or Desktop Automation

Select your preferred execution mode for the automation:

• Cloud: Automate tasks on TexAu’s servers using built-in proxies. Add a custom proxy anytime via Settings > Preferences > Proxies.
• Desktop: Run the automation on your local device using your IP address to simulate manual posting.

Step 4: Select Your Input Source

TexAu provides multiple options to specify LinkedIn schools for the LinkedIn Alumni Search Export Automation, catering to the needs of founders, sales managers, marketers, and growth hackers.

Manually Enter a Single Input

Use this option to extract alumni details from a specific LinkedIn school. Follow these steps:

1. LinkedIn School URL: Enter the LinkedIn School URL directly into the input field (e.g., https://www.linkedin.com/search/results/schools/?keywords=Marketing). This is mandatory to process a single school.
2. Keyword (Optional): Add specific keywords to refine your search, such as job titles, skills, or companies related to alumni.
3. Start Year (Optional): Specify a start year to filter alumni data by their graduation or activity period.
4. End Year (Optional): Specify an end year to narrow the search range.
5. Extract Limit (Optional): Set the maximum number of alumni profiles to extract (up to 1000).

Once you’ve entered the details, click Run in the lower-right corner to start the automation.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the input fields for LinkedIn School URL, Keyword, Start Year, End Year, and Extract Limit, with an example URL highlighted.

Use Google Sheets for Bulk Input

This option is ideal for extracting alumni data from multiple LinkedIn schools efficiently. Follow these steps:

1. Connect Your Google Account
   • Click Select Google Account to choose your account.
   • If not connected, click Add New Google Sheet Account to link another account.
2. Select Your Spreadsheet
   • Click Open Google Drive to locate the Google Sheet containing LinkedIn School URLs.
   • Select the spreadsheet and the specific sheet where the URLs are stored.
3. Adjust Processing Options
   • Number of Rows to Process (Optional): Define how many rows you want to scrape from the sheet.
   • Number of Rows to Skip (Optional): Specify rows to skip at the beginning of the sheet.
4. Provide Input Details
   • LinkedIn School URL: Specify the column containing LinkedIn School URLs.
   • Keyword (Optional): Add relevant keywords, titles, or companies to refine alumni data.
   • Start Year (Optional): Define the start year for alumni extraction.
   • End Year (Optional): Specify the end year for data extraction.
   • Extract Limit (Optional): Set the maximum number of alumni profiles to scrape (up to 1000).
5. Run the Automation
   • Click Run in the lower-right corner to initiate the process.

Optional Advanced Feature:

• Loop Mode: Enable Loop Mode to reprocess the Google Sheet from the start once all rows are completed. This is useful for recurring data updates.

Screenshot Suggestion: Display the Google Sheets selection screen, highlighting steps to select the spreadsheet, sheet, and configure additional filters such as keyword, start year, end year, and extract limit.

Process a CSV File

This option allows you to extract alumni data from a static CSV file. Follow these steps:

1. Upload the File
   • Click Upload CSV File and select the file containing LinkedIn School URLs from your computer.
   • TexAu will display the file name and preview its content for verification.
2. Adjust Processing Settings
   • Number of Rows to Process (Optional): Define how many rows you want to scrape from the file.
   • Number of Rows to Skip (Optional): Specify rows to skip if needed.
3. Provide Input Details
   • LinkedIn School URL: Ensure the correct column contains LinkedIn School URLs.
   • Keyword (Optional): Add relevant keywords, titles, or companies to refine alumni data.
   • Start Year (Optional): Define the start year for alumni extraction.
   • End Year (Optional): Specify the end year for data extraction.
   • Extract Limit (Optional): Set the maximum number of alumni profiles to scrape (up to 1000).
4. Run the Automation
   • Click Run in the lower-right corner to start the process.

Tip: Use Google Sheets for dynamic or frequently updated school lists, and CSV files for static data that doesn’t change often.

Screenshot Suggestion: Show the Input Source selection screen, highlighting the CSV file upload feature, file preview, and settings for optional filters like keyword, start year, end year, and extract limit.

Step 5: Schedule the Automation (Optional)

Schedule the automation to run at specific times and intervals to keep alumni data updated. Select one of the following options:

• None
• At Regular Intervals (e.g., every 12 hours or daily)
• Once
• Every Day
• On Specific Days of the Week (e.g., every Monday)
• On Specific Days of the Month (e.g., the 5th and 20th)
• On Specific Dates (e.g., January 10)

Step 6: Set an Iteration Delay (Optional)

Set a delay between actions to simulate human-like activity. Choose a minimum and maximum delay to randomize the timing and reduce the chance of being flagged. For example, you can set a minimum delay of 10 seconds and a maximum of 20 seconds.

• Minimum Delay: Enter the shortest interval (e.g., 10 seconds).
• Maximum Delay: Enter the longest interval (e.g., 20 seconds).

Step 7: Choose Your Output Mode (Optional)

Choose how to save and manage the extracted alumni data. TexAu provides the following options:

• Append (Default): Adds new results to the end of existing data, merging them into a single CSV file.
• Split: Saves new results as separate CSV files for each automation run.
• Overwrite: Replaces previous data with the latest results.
• Duplicate Management: Enable Deduplicate (Default) to remove duplicate rows.

Tip: Google Sheets export makes it easy to collaborate with your team in real time, particularly useful for alumni network management and analysis.

Step 8: Access the Data from the Data Store

After the automation completes, go to the Data Store section in TexAu to access your results. Find the LinkedIn Alumni Search Export automation or the name you’ve entered, click See Data, then choose either Download CSV to export the data or Open to Google Sheet for quick access.

The LinkedIn Alumni Search Export automation is a powerful tool for extracting alumni data from LinkedIn. It helps founders, marketers, and sales managers build targeted outreach lists efficiently. With scheduling, iteration delays, and export options, this automation simplifies alumni network analysis and scales your professional connections effortlessly. Save time and manage alumni data effectively with TexAu!