How to connect LinkedIn Personal Account and Bitly
Create a New Scenario to Connect LinkedIn Personal Account and Bitly
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.

Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a LinkedIn Personal Account, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, LinkedIn Personal Account or Bitly will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find LinkedIn Personal Account or Bitly, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.

Add the LinkedIn Personal Account Node
Select the LinkedIn Personal Account node from the app selection panel on the right.


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Configure the LinkedIn Personal Account
Click on the LinkedIn Personal Account node to configure it. You can modify the LinkedIn Personal Account URL and choose between DEV and PROD versions. You can also copy it for use in further automations.
Add the Bitly Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the LinkedIn Personal Account node, select Bitly from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Bitly.


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Authenticate Bitly
Now, click the Bitly node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Bitly settings. Authentication allows you to use Bitly through Latenode.
Configure the LinkedIn Personal Account and Bitly Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the LinkedIn Personal Account and Bitly Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.

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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring LinkedIn Personal Account, Bitly, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the LinkedIn Personal Account and Bitly integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between LinkedIn Personal Account and Bitly (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect LinkedIn Personal Account and Bitly
LinkedIn Personal Account + Bitly + Google Sheets: When you post on LinkedIn, the link in your post is shortened via Bitly. The original link, the shortened link, and creation time are then logged in a Google Sheet for tracking.
X (Twitter) + Bitly + LinkedIn Personal Account: When a popular link is shared on X (Twitter), create a shortened version of the link using Bitly, and then automatically share this shortened link on LinkedIn.
LinkedIn Personal Account and Bitly integration alternatives

About LinkedIn Personal Account
Automate LinkedIn tasks in Latenode to streamline lead generation or job searching. Extract profile data, send connection requests, or post updates without manual effort. Combine it with other apps to enrich leads or trigger follow-ups. Visually design custom workflows; scale tasks without code or per-step fees.
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About Bitly
Use Bitly in Latenode to automatically shorten and track links within your workflows. Share campaign URLs, monitor click rates, and optimize outreach directly from your automated processes. Combine Bitly's link management with Latenode's flexible logic and data integrations for end-to-end control, avoiding manual updates and broken flows.
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FAQ LinkedIn Personal Account and Bitly
How can I connect my LinkedIn Personal Account account to Bitly using Latenode?
To connect your LinkedIn Personal Account account to Bitly on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select LinkedIn Personal Account and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your LinkedIn Personal Account and Bitly accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I automatically shorten LinkedIn post links using Bitly?
Yes, you can! Latenode lets you automate link shortening. Easily create Bitly links from new LinkedIn posts and track clicks using Latenode's advanced data manipulation.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating LinkedIn Personal Account with Bitly?
Integrating LinkedIn Personal Account with Bitly allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Shorten URLs in LinkedIn posts for better tracking.
- Automatically share Bitly links to your LinkedIn network.
- Track click-through rates of links shared on LinkedIn.
- Personalize shared links with custom Bitly domains.
- Archive shortened links associated with LinkedIn campaigns.
Can Latenode handle large volumes of LinkedIn Personal Account data?
Latenode is designed for scale. Process large datasets from LinkedIn efficiently using our serverless architecture and advanced data transformation tools.
Are there any limitations to the LinkedIn Personal Account and Bitly integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Rate limits imposed by LinkedIn and Bitly may affect high-volume automation.
- Custom Bitly domains require a Bitly subscription.
- Some LinkedIn profile data requires specific permissions.