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LinkedIn Templates & Campaigns: Complete Guide

Key takeaways

  • How many templates can I create? No limit on templates.
  • What if a variable is empty? It becomes an empty string.

Creating Templates

Templates are reusable message drafts for your LinkedIn campaigns.

  1. Go to LinkedInTemplates
  2. Click Create Template
  3. Choose type: Invite Note (300 chars), Message (8,000 chars), or InMail (8,000 chars)
  4. Write your content and click Save

Personalization Variables

VariableWhat It InsertsExample
{{firstName}}First name"Sarah"
{{lastName}}Last name"Johnson"
{{company}}Company name"Acme Corp"
{{headline}}LinkedIn headline"VP of Sales"
{{location}}Location"San Francisco, CA"

Variables auto-fill with prospect data when sent.

Building a Campaign

  1. Go to LinkedInCampaigns
  2. Click Create Campaign
  3. Name it, select a LinkedIn account
  4. Add campaign steps
  5. Select an audience to enroll
  6. Start the campaign

Campaign Step Types

Step TypeWhat It DoesRequires Template
send_inviteConnection requestYes (invite note)
wait_acceptWait for acceptanceNo
send_messageDirect messageYes (message)
engage_postLike/comment on postOptional
send_inmailInMail messageYes (InMail)
view_profileVisit profileNo

Configuring Delays

  • Minimum: 1 hour between steps
  • Recommended: 1-3 days between messages
  • Delays include randomization for natural timing

Frequently asked questions

How many templates can I create?
No limit on templates.
What if a variable is empty?
It becomes an empty string. Write templates that work without it.
AK
Technical Content Lead · WarmySender
Writes about email deliverability, sender reputation, cold outreach, and LinkedIn prospecting — turning the mechanics of the inbox into plain-English playbooks.