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LinkedIn Post

Post a message on LinkedIn

How it Works

When you use this component, it takes the text you write in the Post Message field and sends it to LinkedIn using the LinkedIn API. If you attach files in the Media files field, those files are uploaded along with the message. You can also choose who can see the post with the Visibility dropdown. The component uses a LinkedIn credential that you set up in Nappai’s credential manager, so it can authenticate and post on your behalf.

Inputs

Input Fields

  • Media files: Media files to be uploaded. You can attach images, videos, or documents that will appear with your LinkedIn post.
  • Post Message: The text you want to share on LinkedIn. This field is required.
  • Visibility: Who can see the post. Choose Anyone for a public post or Connections to limit it to your LinkedIn connections.

Important: Before using this component, you must first create a Share on LinkedIn API credential in the Nappai credentials section and then select that credential in the component’s Credential field.

Outputs

  • LinkedIn Message: A Message object that contains the text of the post you just sent (and any media text if applicable). You can use this output to confirm the post was sent or to pass the message to other components.

Usage Example

  1. Create a LinkedIn credential

    • Go to Credentials → Add Credential → Share on LinkedIn API.
    • Follow the prompts to grant Nappai access to your LinkedIn account.

  2. Add the LinkedIn Post component

    • Drag the component onto your dashboard.
    • In the Credential field, choose the credential you just created.
    • Enter your message in Post Message.
    • (Optional) Attach images or videos in Media files.
    • Set Visibility to Anyone or Connections.

  3. Run the workflow

    • The component will post the message to LinkedIn and output a LinkedIn Message that you can use elsewhere in your workflow.
  • LinkedIn Connect – Connects your LinkedIn account to Nappai.
  • LinkedIn Fetch Posts – Retrieves recent posts from your LinkedIn feed.
  • LinkedIn Share – Shares content from other sources to LinkedIn.

Tips and Best Practices

  • Keep your post concise; LinkedIn prefers shorter, engaging updates.
  • Use high‑quality images or videos to increase engagement.
  • Test with a short draft post before sharing important content.
  • Double‑check the Visibility setting to ensure the right audience sees your post.

Security Considerations

  • The component uses a LinkedIn API credential that stores an access token.
  • Store credentials securely in Nappai’s credential manager; never expose them in the dashboard.
  • If you suspect the token has been compromised, revoke it in LinkedIn and create a new credential.