How to Export Leads From LinkedIn Sales Navigator (With Verified Emails) A Step-by-Step Guide

Feeling frustrated with LinkedIn Sales Navigator’s export limitations? You’re not alone.

LinkedIn Sales Navigator is a fantastic tool for B2B prospecting, but it falls short when it comes to exporting leads with verified emails and phone numbers.

Many users find the lack of direct export options time-consuming and inefficient, hindering their outreach efforts.

To help you overcome this hurdle, we’ve crafted a step-by-step guide that simplifies the process of exporting leads with verified contact information from LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
In this article, we’ll walk you through:

• How to prepare your lead search on LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
• How to use the Scalelist Chrome extension to extract leads with their professional emails.
• How to export your leads into a CSV file with all the necessary information.
• Tips to maximize your exports and ensure data accuracy.

How to Export Leads from LinkedIn Sales Navigator to Excel or CSV Format?

Step 1: Preparing Your Lead Search on LinkedIn Sales Navigator

1.1 Access Sales Navigator

First, log in to your LinkedIn Sales Navigator account. If you don’t have one, consider starting a free trial to see how it can benefit you.

1.2 Use Lead Filters

Navigate to the Lead Filters section. Here, you can filter leads based on various criteria. Proper use of filters will help you target the right audience and increase the success of your outreach.

Example Filter Setup for Sales:

• Company Headcount: 51-200
• Location: San Francisco
• Job Title: Head of Sales
• Industry: Software Development

Example Filter Setup for Marketing:

• Company Headcount: 201-500
• Location: New York
• Job Title: Marketing Manager
• Industry: Digital Marketing

Example Filter Setup for Tech:

• Company Headcount: 501-1000
• Location: Austin
• Job Title: CTO
• Industry: Information Technology

1.3 Use the Recommended Lead Filters

• Job Title: This filter allows you to target specific roles within companies.
• Company Size: This helps you focus on businesses of a certain scale.
• Industry: Narrow down your search to specific sectors.
• Location: Target leads in specific geographic areas.
• Years at Current Company: Identify leads based on their tenure.
• Seniority Level: Focus on decision-makers like executives and managers.

By using these filters effectively, you can narrow down your search and make your outreach more effective.

Step 2: Installing the Scalelist Chrome Extension

2.1 Download the Scalelist Extension

Go to the Chrome Web Store and search for “Scalelist”. Click on “Add to Chrome” to install the extension. This tool will help you export leads in just 1-click.

Source: https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/scalelist-linkedin-scrape/lgknneiodddmfbbpaklighafdocbfnme

2.2 Pin the Extension

After installing, pin the Scalelist extension to your Chrome toolbar for easy access. This will make it easier to use whenever you need it.

Step 3: Extracting Leads from Sales Navigator

3.1 Refresh the Sales Navigator Page

To ensure the Scalelist extension is active, refresh your Sales Navigator page. This step is crucial to make sure everything works smoothly.

3.2 Perform a Lead Search

Conduct a lead search using your predefined filters. Once your results load, click on the “Export Leads” button provided by the Scalelist extension.

Example Searches:

• Finance Sector:
  • Company Headcount: 1001-5000
  • Location: London
  • Job Title: CFO
  • Industry: Financial Services

Step 4: Exporting the Leads

4.1 Initiate the Export from LinkedIn Sales Navigator

After conducting your lead search on LinkedIn Sales Navigator and applying all necessary filters, you’ll find the Scalelist “Export Leads” button at the top of your search results page.

Action: Click on the “Export Leads” button to start the export process directly from your lead search on Sales Navigator.

4.2 Transition to the Scalelist Platform

Upon clicking the “Export Leads” button, the Scalelist Chrome Extension activates, and you’ll be seamlessly redirected from LinkedIn Sales Navigator to the Scalelist platform.

4.3 Verification Process and List Creation

Once on the Scalelist platform, the tool begins the verification process:

Data Gathering: Scalelist collects all relevant information from your selected leads.
List Creation: Scalelist organizes your leads into a new list within your account for easy management and future reference.

Note: The verification process may take a few moments, depending on the number of leads you’re exporting.

4.4 Data Enrichment with Emails and Phone Numbers

Once the export is complete and your lead list is created within Scalelist, you have the option to enrich your data further:

Locate the data enrichment option on the top right corner of the Scalelist dashboard,  and click on “Data Enrichment.”

Enriching with Emails:

Scalelist enriches your leads with verified email addresses, which are provided at no extra charge.

Enriching with Phone Numbers:

If you wish to obtain phone numbers for your leads, you can opt to enrich your data with this information. Enriching your leads with phone numbers costs 10 credits per phone number found.

4.5 Finalizing and Downloading Your Export

After the verification process is complete, you’re ready to export your leads:

Choose whether to export all leads or filter them based on email verification status (e.g., valid emails only).

Click “Export CSV”: Download your leads in a CSV file format, which can be opened with Excel, Google Sheets, or imported into your CRM.

Scalelist will export the following information for each lead:

• LinkedIn Profile URL
• Sales Navigator Profile URL
• First Name
• Last Name
• Job Title
• Company
• Industry
• Company Size
• City
• Country
• LinkedIn Premium Status
• Website
• Email
• Email Status

4.6 Verify and Download

Once the extraction is complete, review the leads on the Scalelist dashboard. Check the emails, which are categorized as valid, risky, or not found. This ensures you only use reliable contact information.

4.7 Export to CSV

After verification, click on “Export CSV” to download your leads. You can choose to export all leads or only those with valid emails.

4.8 Follow These CSV Export Tips:

• All Leads: Export all leads, including those with risky or not found emails, for a comprehensive dataset.
• Valid Emails Only: Export only the leads with verified emails to ensure higher email deliverability.

Step 5: Reviewing and Using Your Data

5.1 Open Your CSV File

Open the downloaded CSV file in your preferred spreadsheet software (e.g., Excel, Google Sheets). The file will contain comprehensive details about your leads, including LinkedIn URLs, company information, and verified emails.

5.2 Analyze and Use

Use the data to enhance your outreach campaigns. Filter the spreadsheet to focus on valid emails and segment the list as needed for targeted marketing efforts.

5.3 Follow These Data Utilization Tips:

• Filter by Valid Emails: Focus on leads with verified emails for your campaigns.
• Segment by Job Title: Create separate lists for different job roles to tailor your outreach.
• Sort by Location: Prioritize leads based on geographic regions for localized campaigns.

Step 6. Leverage These Tips for Effective Exporting

6.1 Segment Your Searches

To avoid the 2,500 lead limit, segment your searches by criteria like geography or years at the current company. This helps you manage large datasets more effectively.

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6.2 Regular Updates

Regularly update your lead searches to ensure you have the most current data. This keeps your outreach efforts relevant and effective.

Bonus Demo Guide on How to Use Scalelist to Export Leads with Verified Emails