Let’s face it: commenting on LinkedIn can feel like a high-stakes game of “say something smart, but make it brief.” The pressure to contribute meaningfully, while balancing tone, timing, and relevance, often leads to one of two extremes: posting generic replies like “Great insight!” or staying completely silent.
But here’s the truth: comments are currency on LinkedIn. They shape how people perceive you, how often you’re seen, and who decides to connect, collaborate, or click through to your profile. And now, with AI tools at our fingertips, we can turn the stress of “what do I say here?” into a system for consistent, credible visibility.
In this guide, I’ll break down exactly how to use AI to write effective LinkedIn comments, whether you’re a B2B brand looking to generate demand or a personal brand seeking industry credibility. We’ll go far beyond the surface, covering strategy, tools, tone, and the weird but wonderful world of “Comment ‘YES’ to get the free PDF.”
Why More People Are Using AI LinkedIn Comments to Get Noticed
LinkedIn’s algorithm favors conversations, not just content. That means commenting isn’t just reactive, it’s a form of proactive visibility.
- A comment signals interest and initiates dialogue.
- Posts with active comments are shown to wider audiences.
- The person whose post you comment on? They get notified. So do their followers (sometimes).
If you’re a founder, coach, job seeker, or brand marketer, thoughtful comments can lead to:
- Profile visits
- DMs
- Podcast invites
- Job offers
- Demo bookings
- Community visibility
It’s networking in plain sight, no cold DMs required.
How AI Fits Into the Commenting Equation
AI tools can help you break through hesitation, offer fresh angles, and scale your presence across more conversations.
What AI should do:
- Help you articulate ideas faster
- Offer variations in tone or length
- Remove the mental fatigue of daily engagement
- Suggest comments based on context (the post, the person, the trend)
- Help commenting on large volume of posts
What AI should not do:
- Replace your voice entirely
- Leave soulless robotic comments
Where to Use AI LinkedIn Comments and How to Make Them Feel Real Every Time
1. The “Comment for the PDF” Post
We’ve all seen them: “Comment ‘Insight’ to get my Notion SOP.”
💡 AI Tactic: Instead of typing “Insight” like everyone else, let AI help you drop something original.
“Would love to see the framework, especially curious how this applies to early-stage teams with no formal process yet.”
This stands out to both the post author and other readers. You look thoughtful, not transactional.
2. The Peer Share
These are posts from colleagues or peers announcing wins, learnings, or reflections.
💡 AI Tactic: Use tools like ChatGPT or LiGo for Linkedin to say more than “Congrats!”
Prompt:
“Create a short, warm comment in response to someone landing their first client as a freelancer. Keep it casual and supportive.”
AI Output (after editing):
“This is such a huge milestone, getting that first ‘yes’ hits different. Wishing you many more!”
3. The Industry Insight Post
Thought leaders sharing trends, strategies, frameworks.
💡 AI Tactic: Use AI to summarize the post first then comment with an angle that adds your own POV.
Prompt:
“Summarize this post about AI in healthcare, then help me write a humanized comment as a founder working in health tech. End with a question to keep the conversation going.”
AI Comment:
“Really aligned with the shift you’re describing. We’re seeing similar momentum in patient data workflows—especially around real-time access. Curious what you think about the regulatory bottlenecks still holding teams back?”
Grow Your Personal Brand on LinkedIn by Showing Up in the Comments
You don’t need to be a content machine to get noticed on LinkedIn. In fact, if you’re a freelancer, creator, or job seeker, consistent commenting might be more effective than trying to post every day.
Here’s why: every thoughtful comment you leave adds a breadcrumb. Someone sees your name. Clicks your profile. Sends a connection request. Over time, these small moments stack up and turn into real visibility.
Practice This Daily Comment Ritual (10–15 minutes):
- Open LinkedIn and scroll through 3–5 relevant posts in your niche
- Paste the post into ChatGPT with a simple prompt like:
“Write a supportive and curious comment on this post about [topic].” - Take the AI output and edit it, add a quick insight, personal touch, or question
- Post your comment and move on. No overthinking.
My own LinkedIn growth this past year has come from balancing posts with meaningful comments. The comments helped me stay visible, even on days I had nothing new to say.
💡 Pro Tip: Skip the mega-influencers. Follow 10–20 mid-sized creators in your space. Their audiences are more likely to notice your comments and engage in return. This is where real conversations (and opportunities) happen.
Using AI on LinkedIn to Support B2B Growth
For startups and B2B teams, strategic commenting is underrated demand gen. It’s founder-led marketing done right.
Use AI to:
- Equip founders and execs with ready-to-edit comment drafts
- Align comments with content strategy (e.g., if your brand is pushing HR Tech, comment on HR conversations)
- Engage existing clients publicly to build social proof
Example:
Prospect posts about hiring challenges in early-stage startups.
AI-Powered Comment:
“We’ve heard this from so many teams especially in remote setups. Curious if you’ve found anything that’s worked for onboarding speed yet?”.
This sparks interaction and builds brand trust without pitching.
Small Tweaks That Make AI LinkedIn Comments Feel Human
LinkedIn may not spot AI but humans can. That’s why editing AI output is non-negotiable.
Tips to Humanize Your AI Comments:
- Use contractions like “I’ve” instead of “I have”
- Add a memory or metaphor: “This reminded me of my early days juggling client calls from cafés.”
- Inject a question: “How did your team approach this shift in mindset?”
- Format for readability: Break into two sentences. Add white space.
- Emojis are fine when used sparingly. Think: 👏, 🔥, 🤔
If You’re Using AI for LinkedIn Comments These Tools Are Worth Trying
While shaping my own LinkedIn strategy(Hit 1.7K on LinkedIn, yay!?), I tried a bunch of tools to see what actually helped. These are the ones I kept coming back to, they made commenting easier without losing my voice.
1. Chatgpt:
ChatGPT comes in handy when you’re stuck or just want a better way to say something. Drop the LinkedIn post into it, tell it the kind of tone you want, and it’ll give you a few ideas to work with.
You’re still in charge of how it sounds. Use the draft as a base and edit it. Add your point of view or a quick story to make it yours.
It’s fast, helpful, and lets you stay visible without overthinking every comment.
2. LiGo for Linkedin:
Ligo is a Chrome extension that helps you write LinkedIn comments right inside your feed.
- It reads the post you’re looking at and prompts you to engage on your feed. It then suggests 3 comment options that actually sound like something you’d say.
- Perfect for replying to promotions, launches, or sharing a quick take.
- You don’t need to log in with LinkedIn, just drop in your public profile to get started
- You can even record your voice so it understands tone and makes future suggestions sound more like you
- You can also use it to help write posts.
Great for staying visible on LinkedIn, especially on busy days when writing from scratch isn’t realistic.
Plans and Pricing:
- Try it free with some starter credits
- Get a bonus $20 credit by completing 7 steps from the setup dashboard
- Standard plan is $20/month or $180/year
- Pro plan is $64/month or $60/month if you pay annually
- You can also get 20% off for your first 3 months using our link
3. evyAI:
evyAI is a Chrome Extension + Web app, that goes beyond just comments.
Features
- Write LinkedIn comments, posts, DMs, and connection notes
- Access a library of templates for fast content creation
- Use the Idea Generator for tailored post/comment prompts
- Save profiles and organize into lists
- Customize tone with Personas
- Optimize your profile headline, summary, and tagline
- Track connections with a built-in dashboard & enrichment
Plans and Pricing:
- You can start using EvyAI for free, up to 20 activities per month.
- Premium plan starts from $15/month per user (Annual Plan) and Pro Plan for
- $82/month per user (Annual Plan)
4. Planable’s AI LinkedIn comment generator
Use Planable’s AI LinkedIn comment generator to create impactful, relevant comments in seconds.
Just pick a tone, add context, choose short or long, toggle emojis, get up to 5 tailored variations instantly.
It’s basically a smart prompt packaged as a simple tool. And it’s free!
Don’t Just Comment, Contribute
AI gives you a head start you’ve still got to do the work. The best LinkedIn commenters don’t just agree, they build on ideas, question assumptions, and spark conversation.
So whether you’re a B2B founder scaling your presence, or a solo creative looking to connect, remember:
- Use AI to ideate.
- Humanize before posting.
- Make commenting a habit, not a hack.
Your move: Pick one post today. Use AI to help you comment thoughtfully then track what happens over the next week. The visibility you’re looking for? It’s hiding in the comments.
If you like showing up with quick thoughts on LinkedIn, you’ll probably love these Instagram Notes ideas for doing the same on Instagram.
