Bridddge — AI-Powered LinkedIn Automation Desktop App
A macOS desktop app that supercharges LinkedIn with AI-powered automation, CRM, post scheduling, and Claude Code integration — all running locally for maximum privacy.
The Problem#
LinkedIn is essential for sales, recruiting, and networking — but the manual work is brutal. Professionals spend hours each day sending connection requests, following up with messages, and posting content. Existing tools are browser extensions that get detected and banned, or cloud services that compromise your account security.
Our Solution#
We built Bridddge as a native macOS desktop app with its own embedded browser, eliminating the detection risks of browser extensions. Everything runs locally on the user's machine — no data leaves their computer.
Key Features#
AI-Powered with Claude Code#
Bridddge includes a built-in MCP (Model Context Protocol) server, giving Claude Code direct access to LinkedIn. Users can search for prospects, analyze networks, compose personalized outreach, and manage campaigns — all through natural language.
Autonomous Automation Engine#
A LinkedIn Helper-style automation engine that runs independently:
- Auto Connect — Send connections based on search queries with smart rate limiting
- Drip Campaigns — Multi-step message sequences with configurable delays
- Warm Outreach — Engage prospects by liking their posts before connecting, building genuine rapport
- Post Scheduling — Schedule posts with media attachments and calendar management
Built-in CRM#
Every connection is tracked in an integrated CRM with contact status, notes, action history, and Social Selling Index analytics.
Safety First#
Human-like delays (20–45 seconds), daily rate limits, and queue-based processing ensure accounts stay safe. All data is stored in a local SQLite database — nothing in the cloud.
Technical Highlights#
- Electron + React desktop app with embedded Chromium browser
- shadcn/ui component library with custom Lyra theme (blue primary, sharp edges)
- SQLite database for zero-dependency local persistence
- MCP Server exposing 30+ tools for Claude Code integration
- Multi-page Vite build — separate React apps for each feature (dashboard, CRM, SSI, scheduler, automations)
- Signed & notarized macOS distribution via Apple Developer ID
Marketing Website#
The bridddge.com landing page was built with Next.js 16, shadcn/ui, and supports 5 languages (English, French, German, Spanish, Portuguese). It includes Firebase authentication, Stripe payment integration, and is deployed on Google Cloud Run.
Results#
Bridddge has become a complete LinkedIn operating system — from prospecting and connecting to messaging and content publishing — all powered by AI and built with a privacy-first approach.