Write a short, personalized connection note that actually gets accepted. Enter who you're messaging and what you share — get 3 notes that fit LinkedIn's 300-character limit. Free, runs in your browser, no signup.
Tip: the more specific the detail, the better the note. Nothing is sent anywhere.
What makes a LinkedIn connection request get accepted
A connection request with a note is accepted far more often than a blank one — but only if the note earns it. The pattern that works is simple:
Lead with a real shared signal. "Fellow Berkeley grad," "we both spent time at Stripe," or "[mutual] suggested I reach out" instantly makes you not-a-stranger.
Be specific, not generic. Name the role, the team, or the thing you admire — vague flattery reads as a template.
Keep it under 300 characters. That's LinkedIn's hard limit on the note. Short and specific beats long and formal.
End with a light ask. "Open to connecting?" lands better than asking for a job in the first message.
Don't have a shared connection? Find one.
These notes work best when the shared signal is genuine. If you're staring at a company full of strangers, the highest-leverage move isn't a cleverer cold note — it's finding the people who already share a school, a past employer, or a field with you. FindWarmIntros does exactly that: enter a target company and your background, and it surfaces real people there who share a connection with you — each with a ready-to-send warm intro.
Frequently asked questions
What should a LinkedIn connection request message say?
Lead with a real shared connection, say one specific thing about why you're reaching out, and end with a light ask to connect — all under 300 characters.
How long can a LinkedIn connection request message be?
LinkedIn caps the note at 300 characters. Every note here is built to fit.
How do I message a recruiter or someone I don't know?
Name whatever you genuinely share — school, an overlapping employer, the same field, or a mutual connection — be specific, and keep it short. No shared signal at all? Find someone who has one; they're far more likely to accept and to refer you.
Is this generator free?
Yes — it runs in your browser, needs no signup, and never sends your text anywhere.