LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover

Automatically remove LinkedIn connections from your network.

PhantomBuster's LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover Automation deletes connections in bulk using a simple list of profile URLs. Set it on automatic and remove connections every day, perfect for cleaning up leads who didn't convert or engage. No coding required, safe and compliant.

Check out the Tutorial for step-by-step setup.

Note: This Automation works with lists exported by other LinkedIn Phantoms, including LinkedIn Connections Export and LinkedIn Search Export.

What you give / What you get

You provide the LinkedIn cookie and a list of profile URLs. PhantomBuster removes the connections and returns basic confirmation data you can track.

In short, you bring the profiles and PhantomBuster handles the cleanup, giving you a record of who was removed.

What you can automate with LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover

Here's what PhantomBuster's LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover Automation does automatically for you:

• Auto remove profiles from your network: Delete connections in bulk from a list of LinkedIn profile URLs

• Schedule daily removals: Set it on automatic and remove connections every day to keep your network clean

• Clean up cold leads: Remove leads who didn't convert or engage with you after outreach campaigns

• Process exported lists: Use a generated list of profiles as input to remove connections from other Phantoms

• Track removed connections: Export Full Name and Company Name for each deleted connection

Perfect for sales teams managing LinkedIn network hygiene and CRM data quality.

How teams use PhantomBuster's LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover Automation

Sales reps and growth teams use the LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover Automation to maintain clean, high-quality networks and improve outreach efficiency.

• Clean up failed outreach campaigns: Remove leads who didn't respond after multiple touchpoints to free up connection capacity for active prospects.

• Maintain network quality: Delete inactive or irrelevant connections on a schedule to keep your feed focused on target accounts.

• Prepare for new campaigns: Clear out old connections before launching a new prospecting push, ensuring your network reflects current priorities.

• Manage connection limits: Stay within LinkedIn's connection cap by removing profiles that no longer serve your sales goals.

• Audit and declutter: Export your full connection list with LinkedIn Connections Export, identify profiles to remove, then automate deletion.

Workflow Ideas to Get You Started

PhantomBuster Automations become more effective when combined into Workflows. Here are practical examples to help you maintain a clean, high-quality LinkedIn network.

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Workflow Example: Clean up your network after failed outreach campaigns

LinkedIn Connections Export → Filter by engagement in Google Sheets → LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover → LinkedIn Auto Invitation Withdrawer

Why this works

After outreach campaigns, your network fills with connections who didn't respond. This Workflow exports your full connection list, lets you filter by engagement or response status, removes inactive connections, and withdraws pending requests—all automatically.

Who it's for

SDRs and BDRs running high-volume LinkedIn prospecting campaigns who need to maintain clean networks and stay within connection limits.

How to build it

1. Run LinkedIn Connections Export to pull your full connection list into a spreadsheet.

2. Filter the spreadsheet by engagement metrics (no replies, no profile views, added more than 90 days ago).

3. Feed the filtered list into the LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover to delete inactive connections gradually.

4. Run LinkedIn Auto Invitation Withdrawer to cancel pending requests from the same campaign.

Outcome

A clean LinkedIn network focused on active prospects, freeing up connection capacity for new campaigns and improving feed relevance.

Workflow Example: Maintain network quality with scheduled cleanups

LinkedIn Search Export → Filter by ICP criteria → LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover → HubSpot Contact Sender

Why this works

As your ICP evolves, some connections become irrelevant. This Workflow identifies connections that no longer match your target criteria, removes them from LinkedIn, and updates your CRM with current network data.

Who it's for

Sales managers and RevOps teams who need to keep LinkedIn networks aligned with current ICP definitions and maintain CRM accuracy.

How to build it

1. Use LinkedIn Search Export to pull your current connections.

2. Filter the list to identify connections that no longer match your ICP (wrong industry, company size, or role).

3. Schedule the LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover to run weekly, removing 20-30 outdated connections per session.

4. Sync the updated network to HubSpot using HubSpot Contact Sender to keep your CRM current.

Outcome

A LinkedIn network that stays aligned with your current sales strategy, plus a CRM that reflects accurate connection status.

Workflow Example: Prepare for new campaigns by clearing old connections

LinkedIn Sent Request Extractor → Identify non-acceptances → LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover → LinkedIn Auto Unfollow

Why this works

Before launching a new prospecting campaign, you need connection capacity. This Workflow audits sent requests, removes connections from previous campaigns that didn't engage, and unfollows profiles to declutter your feed.

Who it's for

Sales teams preparing for new quarters or campaign launches who need to reset their LinkedIn presence and maximize connection availability.

How to build it

1. Run LinkedIn Sent Request Extractor to audit pending invitations and identify profiles that never accepted.

2. Cross-reference with your current connections to find profiles added in previous campaigns with zero engagement.

3. Use the LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover to delete these connections over 7-10 days.

4. Follow up with LinkedIn Auto Unfollow to clean up your feed and remove low-value content.

Outcome

A fresh LinkedIn network ready for new campaigns, with maximum connection capacity and a focused feed that surfaces relevant content.

Important: Follow safe usage. Visit from up to 80 profiles per week, or up to 150 if you have a Sales Navigator account. See our LinkedIn limits guide and automation safety best practices for details.

Best practices

Get the most out of this Automation while staying safe and compliant on LinkedIn.

• Schedule removals gradually: Set it on automatic and remove connections every day rather than deleting hundreds at once to avoid triggering LinkedIn restrictions.

• Combine with other cleanup Phantoms: Pair this with LinkedIn Auto Invitation Withdrawer to handle pending requests and LinkedIn Auto Unfollow to clean up your feed.

• Use exported lists for precision: Start with LinkedIn Connections Export or LinkedIn Search Export to build targeted removal lists based on engagement or industry filters.

• Track what you remove: Export the Full Name and Company Name data to keep a record of deleted connections for CRM updates or future reference.

• Stay within LinkedIn limits: Review LinkedIn's latest connection and activity limits to understand safe automation thresholds.

Important: This Automation requires a LinkedIn cookie as input. Learn how to safely extract your LinkedIn cookie in the tutorial.

Frequently asked questions

Here are the most common questions about using LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover, from setup and compliance to workflow integration and limits.

How do I learn to use the LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover?

Start with the LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover tutorial, which walks you through setup, inputting your LinkedIn cookie, uploading a profile list, and scheduling automatic removals. For building your removal list, check out the LinkedIn Connections Export tutorial to export your existing connections first.

Can I remove LinkedIn connections in bulk automatically?

Yes. You provide a list of LinkedIn profile URLs and your LinkedIn cookie, and the Automation removes each connection automatically. Set it on automatic and remove connections every day to process large lists gradually and safely.

Is it safe to automate connection removal on LinkedIn?

Yes, when done responsibly. PhantomBuster respects LinkedIn's platform guidelines by pacing removals over time rather than executing them all at once. To stay compliant, schedule gradual removals and review LinkedIn's latest connection limits and automation best practices.

What data does the LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover output?

The Automation outputs the Full Name and Company Name of each removed connection, giving you a trackable record for CRM updates or audits. This helps you confirm deletions and maintain data accuracy across your sales tools.

How do I build a list of connections to remove?

Use the LinkedIn Connections Export Automation to export your full connection list, then filter it by criteria like engagement level, industry, or role. You can also use LinkedIn Search Export to identify specific profiles in your network. Once you've generated a list of profiles you'd like to remove from your connections, use it as input for the LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover.

Can I schedule the Automation to remove connections every day?

Absolutely. Set it on automatic and remove connections every day to maintain a clean network without manual work. This is useful when you'd like to remove leads who didn't convert or engage with you after outreach campaigns.

What other LinkedIn cleanup Automations work with this?

Pair the LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover with LinkedIn Auto Invitation Withdrawer to cancel pending connection requests, LinkedIn Auto Unfollow to declutter your feed, and LinkedIn Sent Request Extractor to audit sent invites. Together, these Automations keep your LinkedIn presence focused and professional.

Will LinkedIn restrict my account if I remove too many connections?

LinkedIn monitors activity for unusual patterns, so removing hundreds of connections at once can raise flags. PhantomBuster mitigates this risk by pacing removals over time when you schedule the Automation. For added safety, read how to avoid and fix LinkedIn account restrictions.

How does this compare to manually removing LinkedIn connections?

Manual removal requires clicking through each profile individually, which takes hours for large lists. The LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover processes bulk deletions automatically, saving time while maintaining a record of removed profiles. For a detailed breakdown of manual vs. automated removal, see The Best Guide on How to Remove a Connection on LinkedIn Efficiently.

Where do I start if I'm new to PhantomBuster?

Start by signing up for a free PhantomBuster account, then follow the step-by-step tutorial to set up your first Automation. You'll learn how to extract your LinkedIn cookie, upload a profile list, and schedule automatic removals in minutes. No coding required.

Ready to try it?

Clean up your LinkedIn network and focus on the connections that matter.

Try the LinkedIn Auto Connection Remover free. No setup or coding required. Build your removal list with LinkedIn Connections Export, set the Automation to run every day, and keep your network lean and relevant. Start automating smarter prospecting today.