> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.kakiyo.com/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Account Setup & LinkedIn Connection

> Create your Kakiyo account, connect your LinkedIn profile securely from the dashboard, configure location settings, and understand account limits per plan.

<Info>
  **This guide is for dashboard users.** Every step below happens inside the [Kakiyo dashboard](https://app.kakiyo.com). No code or API calls required.
</Info>

> Connecting your LinkedIn account is the first step to running outreach campaigns. Kakiyo uses your LinkedIn credentials to send invitations and messages on your behalf, simulating natural human behavior to keep your account safe.

## Step 1: Create Your Kakiyo Account

1. Go to [app.kakiyo.com](https://app.kakiyo.com) and click **Sign Up**.
2. Enter your email address and create a password (or sign up with Google SSO).
3. Confirm your email if prompted.
4. You are redirected to the Kakiyo dashboard.

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## Step 2: Navigate to Profiles

1. In the sidebar, click **Profiles**.
2. This page shows all your connected LinkedIn accounts and their status.
3. If this is your first time, the page will be empty.

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## Step 3: Connect Your LinkedIn Account

1. Click the **Connect LinkedIn Account** button.
2. Enter your LinkedIn credentials:
   * **Email**: The email address associated with your LinkedIn account
   * **Password**: Your LinkedIn password
3. Click **Connect**.

<Warning>
  **Security**: Your LinkedIn credentials are encrypted end-to-end and stored securely. Kakiyo staff cannot access your login information. The connection uses your credentials to simulate browser-based activity from a dedicated, isolated runtime environment.
</Warning>

### Handling Verification Codes

LinkedIn may require a verification step during connection:

1. If a verification code is requested, check the email or phone number associated with your LinkedIn account.
2. Enter the verification code in the Kakiyo dialog.
3. Click **Verify** to complete the connection.

<Warning>
  **Important**: You have a maximum of **2 attempts** to enter the verification code correctly. If both attempts fail, LinkedIn may temporarily lock the verification flow. Wait at least 24 hours before trying again, or contact Kakiyo support.
</Warning>

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## Step 4: Configure Location Settings

After connecting, configure the location from which Kakiyo will operate your LinkedIn account:

1. On the **Profiles** page, click your connected account to open its settings.
2. In the **Location** section, select the city and country.
3. Click **Save**.

### Why Location Matters

Kakiyo simulates browser activity from the configured location. If you set a location that is very different from where you normally log in to LinkedIn, it may trigger LinkedIn's security checks. Best practice:

| Scenario                             | Recommended location                                  |
| ------------------------------------ | ----------------------------------------------------- |
| You normally use LinkedIn from Paris | Set Paris as the location                             |
| You travel frequently                | Set your most common location                         |
| You're using a team member's account | Set the location where that team member usually works |

### If Your Location Isn't Available

**Do not select a random location.** Contact Kakiyo support instead:

1. Reach out to support and explain your actual location.
2. Wait for the team to add your location or suggest the best alternative.
3. Only proceed once you have confirmation.

<Tip>
  If you change your location later, wait at least 24 hours before running intensive outreach. Sudden location changes can trigger LinkedIn's fraud detection.
</Tip>

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## Step 5: Verify Connection Status

After connecting, your LinkedIn account should show one of these statuses on the **Profiles** page:

| Status                   | Meaning                                     | Action needed                         |
| ------------------------ | ------------------------------------------- | ------------------------------------- |
| **Connected** (green)    | Account is connected and ready to use       | None — you can assign it to campaigns |
| **Pending Verification** | LinkedIn requested a verification code      | Enter the code in the dialog          |
| **Disconnected** (red)   | Connection failed or expired                | Re-enter credentials and reconnect    |
| **Rate Limited**         | LinkedIn temporarily restricted the account | Wait 24-48 hours, then reconnect      |

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## Account Limits by Plan

Each plan allows a different number of connected LinkedIn accounts:

| Plan          | LinkedIn accounts | Team members | Campaigns | Offerings |
| ------------- | ----------------- | ------------ | --------- | --------- |
| **Pioneer**   | 1                 | 1            | 3         | 3         |
| **Hunter**    | Up to 3           | Unlimited    | 12        | 9         |
| **Conqueror** | Up to 5           | Unlimited    | Unlimited | Unlimited |

To see your current plan limits, go to **Settings** > **Billing** in the sidebar. See [Billing and Credits](/guides/team-billing/billing-and-credits) for full plan details.

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## Managing Connected Accounts

From the **Profiles** page, you can:

| Action                      | How                                                                       |
| --------------------------- | ------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| View account status         | Check the status badge (green = connected, red = disconnected)            |
| Edit location settings      | Click the account > edit Location > Save                                  |
| Set daily invitation limits | Click the account > edit Daily Limits > Save                              |
| Configure working hours     | Click the account > edit Schedule > Save                                  |
| Disconnect an account       | Click the account > click **Disconnect**                                  |
| View account performance    | Click the account to see invitations sent, acceptance rate, messages sent |

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## Daily Limits and Safety

After connecting, configure safe daily limits:

1. Click your connected account on the **Profiles** page.
2. Set **Daily Invitation Limit** — recommended starting point:
   * **New accounts (\< 6 months old)**: 15-20 invitations per day
   * **Established accounts (6-12 months)**: 25-30 per day
   * **Mature accounts (> 1 year, active)**: 30-40 per day
3. Set **Working Hours** — the time window during which the agent sends messages (e.g., 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM).
4. Click **Save**.

<Warning>
  Never set daily invitation limits above 40, even for mature accounts. LinkedIn actively monitors outreach volume and may restrict accounts that exceed safe thresholds. See [LinkedIn Account Safety Guide](/guides/linkedin-account-safety/linkedin-account-safety-guide) for detailed scaling strategies.
</Warning>

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## Security and Runtime Details

### How Kakiyo Protects Your Account

* **Dedicated runtime isolation**: Your account runs in its own isolated environment. You don't need to keep your computer running.
* **Human behavior simulation**: Realistic typing patterns, natural browsing behavior, and authentic interaction pacing.
* **No interference with personal usage**: The AI agent operates independently of your personal LinkedIn activity.
* **Data protection**: All credentials are encrypted during transmission and storage. Kakiyo staff has zero access to your login information.

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## Troubleshooting Connection Issues

<AccordionGroup>
  <Accordion title="Invalid credentials error">
    Double-check your LinkedIn email and password. Try logging in to LinkedIn directly at [linkedin.com](https://www.linkedin.com) to confirm your credentials are correct. If you use Google SSO for LinkedIn, you may need to set a LinkedIn-specific password first.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Verification code not received">
    Check your spam/junk folder. LinkedIn may also send the code to your phone via SMS. If you still don't receive it, wait 15 minutes and try again. LinkedIn rate-limits verification code requests.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Account shows as disconnected after being connected">
    LinkedIn may have invalidated the session. This can happen if you changed your LinkedIn password, enabled two-factor authentication, or if LinkedIn detected unusual activity. Re-enter your credentials on the Profiles page to reconnect.
  </Accordion>

  <Accordion title="Connection stuck on 'Pending'">
    This usually means LinkedIn is requesting verification but the dialog didn't appear. Refresh the Profiles page. If the issue persists, disconnect the account and reconnect from scratch.
  </Accordion>
</AccordionGroup>

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## Next Steps

Once your LinkedIn account is connected and configured:

1. [Create an offering](/guides/core-features/understanding-the-offerings) to describe your product
2. [Write a prompt](/guides/core-features/understanding-the-prompts) to define AI behavior
3. [Set up your first campaign](/guides/getting-started/first-campaign-setup) to start outreach