Ultimate Guide to Fixing LinkedIn Link Preview Issue for Make.com Users

Hey there, Make.com users! Today, we're going to tackle a common problem many of you have been facing: getting LinkedIn to show a preview of the link you're posting via Make.com. We've heard your concerns and we're here to help. So, let's dive right in!

The Problem

When you paste a link on a new LinkedIn post, it automatically creates an embed view with a preview of the link. However, when you post a link via Make.com's Create a Text module, there's no embed preview. This can be frustrating, especially when you're trying to repost a previous LinkedIn post. So, how can we fix this?

The Solution

Here's a step-by-step guide to getting that preview to show up:

  1. Start by executing the module without mentioning the Title and Description.
  2. Make sure you don’t mention any URL in the Content field.

And voila! You should now see a preview of your link on LinkedIn.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you're still not seeing a preview, don't worry. Here are a few things you can try:

  • Check if the problem persists when you run the Make.com scenario manually. If the preview posts fine manually but not when scheduled, there might be an issue with the scheduling feature.
  • If the Title field is mandatory and you can't submit the module without a Title, try using a third-party service like Buffer.com. Create a free account, post on LinkedIn through Buffer, and use a Buffer module in your scenario instead of the LinkedIn 'create a text post' one.

Conclusion

Getting LinkedIn to show a preview of the link you're posting via Make.com can be a bit tricky, but with these steps and troubleshooting tips, you should be able to solve the problem. Remember, if all else fails, there's always the option of using a third-party service like Buffer.com. Happy posting!

Note: This solution is based on the current LinkedIn API. Changes in the API may affect the functionality of these steps.

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