LinkedIn allows you to grow your professional network by inviting other users to connect with you and follow your page. However, there are limits on how many invitations you can send out to avoid spamming other users. Here is a look at LinkedIn’s invitation limits and tips for making the most of your invitations.
LinkedIn’s Invitation Limits
LinkedIn limits the number of invitations you can send in a certain period of time to prevent spam. The exact invitation limits depend on your account status:
Free Accounts
- Can send up to 30 invitations per day
- Can have up to 100 pending invitations at a time
Premium Accounts
- Can send up to 100 invitations per day
- No limit on pending invitations
If you hit the limit, you’ll get a notice from LinkedIn that you’ve reached the daily or pending invitation limit. You’ll have to wait until the next day or get some invitations accepted before sending more.
Tips for Managing Your Invitations
Here are some tips to make the most of your limited LinkedIn invitations:
Only Invite Relevant Connections
Don’t randomly invite people you don’t know to connect. Only invite those you have an existing professional relationship with or share common connections, interests or groups. This increases the chance they will accept your invitation.
Personalize Each Invitation
Always customize the invitation with a message about how you are connected or share common interests. Generic invites are more likely to be ignored.
Focus on Quality Over Quantity
It’s better to be selective and focus on inviting connections that will be mutually beneficial instead of blasting invitations to every contact. A focused network is more valuable.
Follow Up on Outstanding Invitations
Check back on who has not yet responded to your invitations. You may want to send them a reminder or connect in person to follow up.
Upgrade to a Premium Account
If reaching the daily invitation limit is impeding your ability to grow your network, upgrading to a Premium account can help. You’ll be able to send up to 100 invitations per day.
Who Should I Invite to Follow My LinkedIn Page?
When deciding who to invite, focus on people who will get value from your LinkedIn page content and are likely to accept. Some key audiences to consider inviting include:
Existing Connections
Start by inviting connections you already have relationships with like coworkers, classmates, clients, vendors, etc. They know you and will likely be open to an invite.
Connections of Your Connections
Look at who your existing connections are linked to. Second-degree connections may be interested in connecting directly based on mutual contacts.
Prospects and Leads
Use LinkedIn search tools to find professionals in your industry or local area who would benefit from connecting. Focus on quality leads.
Group Members
Join LinkedIn groups related to your industry or interests. Engage with group members by commenting and then invite those you connect with to follow your page.
Event Attendees
If you attend conferences or networking events, connect with new people you meet there and invite them to follow you on LinkedIn after to continue the relationship.
Best Practices for LinkedIn Invitations
To boost your chances of getting invitations accepted, keep these best practices in mind:
Craft a Strong Profile
Make sure your LinkedIn profile is complete and optimized with a professional photo, headline, summary, experience, education, skills, recommendations etc. This gives people confidence in connecting.
Join Relevant Groups
Join LinkedIn groups related to your industry and interests. Becoming an active member makes you more visible to potential connections.
Engage With Content
Comment on posts, share articles, participate in discussions, and post your own content. This shows your expertise and gets you noticed.
Follow Up Quickly
Respond right away when you receive an invitation and send invitations soon after meeting potential connections before they forget who you are.
LinkedIn Page Follower Limits
In addition to invitation limits, LinkedIn also has limits on the maximum number of followers you can have for your Company Page or Showcase Page:
| Account Type | Follower Limit |
|---|---|
| Free Account | 500 followers |
| Premium Business Account | 30,000 followers |
| Sales Navigator Account | 30,000 followers |
If you reach the limit, you will need to upgrade your account to continue growing your followers. However, most individual users do not reach these high follower limits.
Conclusion
LinkedIn sets daily and monthly invitation limits to prevent spam and protect the user experience. Free accounts can send 30 invitations per day and have 100 pending at once, while premium accounts can send 100 invitations daily with no pending limit.
Be selective in who you invite, personalize messages, and follow up promptly to boost acceptance rates. Prioritize connecting with existing contacts first before expanding to 2nd degree connections, prospects and group members. Also, optimize your profile, participate actively in groups, and engage with content to increase the chance of invitations being accepted.
While you have limits on how many invitations you can send out, there are no restrictions on how many people can choose to follow your LinkedIn page organically. The only follower limits are based on your account type, from 500 followers for free accounts up to 30,000 followers for premium and Sales Navigator accounts.
By using your limited invitations strategically and organically growing your follower base with a strong profile and content, you can connect with the right professional contacts on LinkedIn and expand the reach of your LinkedIn presence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I pay to remove the daily invitation limit?
No, the daily invitation limits cannot be increased by paying extra or buying a premium add-on. The only way to increase your daily invitation limit is to upgrade to a Premium Business account.
What happens if I go over the invitation limit?
If you exceed the daily or pending invitation limit, LinkedIn will prevent you from sending additional invitations until the next day or you get some outstanding invitations accepted. You will see a notice that you reached the limit.
Is there a limit on LinkedIn group invitations?
Yes, LinkedIn limits group invitations to 50 per week and 100 pending at one time to prevent spamming group members. Group admins can adjust their group invitation settings as needed.
Can I automatically invite my email contacts?
Yes, you can use LinkedIn’s automated invitation tool to import and invite your email contacts who are not already on LinkedIn. This still counts towards your daily invitation limit.
Are there limits on messaging LinkedIn connections?
No, LinkedIn does not limit the number of messages like InMail that you can send to your 1st degree connections. However, you are limited in how many InMail credits you have to message 2nd degree connections.
What are the risks of reaching the invitation limit?
If you frequently hit the invitation limit, LinkedIn may flag your account for spam-like behavior. This could result in your account being restricted or penalized in some way, so it is best to stay within the limits.
In Summary
- Free LinkedIn accounts can send 30 invitations per day, Premium can send 100.
- Personalize invitations and focus on quality connections, not quantity.
- Maximize your invitation acceptance rate with a strong profile and active engagement.
- Follower limits depend on account type, from 500 up to 30,000 followers.
- Staying within the invitation limits prevents account restrictions and penalties.
