LinkedIn Commenting Schedule: When to Comment for Max Reach
Junaid Khalid
Your thoughtful comment on a LinkedIn post gets buried within minutes. Meanwhile, someone else's mediocre comment sits at the top with dozens of likes and replies.
Timing explains most of this difference. Comment on a 6-hour-old post and you're comment #47 that nobody scrolls to see. Comment within the first 15 minutes and you're comment #2 that everyone reads.
Here's the data-backed commenting schedule that maximizes visibility and engagement.
Why LinkedIn Comment Timing Matters
The algorithm's time-sensitivity: LinkedIn prioritizes showing posts that are generating engagement right now. Early comments signal active discussion, which LinkedIn amplifies.
First-hour engagement window: Posts get most of their reach in the first 60 minutes. Comments during this window get maximum exposure.
Compounding visibility effect: Early comments get seen by everyone who views the post later. Late comments only get seen by people who scroll through dozens of earlier comments.
Algorithm mechanics: LinkedIn tests posts with a small audience first. If engagement is strong (especially comments), LinkedIn expands reach. Your early comment contributes to that initial engagement signal.
The Optimal LinkedIn Commenting Schedule
Best times for North America audiences:
Peak window: 7-9 AM EST, Tuesday-Thursday
Why this works:
- Professionals checking LinkedIn during morning routine
- High engagement rates (people fresh, not burnt out)
- Less competition than midday
- Posts from this window get amplified through the day
Secondary windows:
- 12-1 PM EST (lunch break scrolling)
- 5-6 PM EST (end of workday check-in)
Days that perform best:
- Tuesday-Thursday: Highest engagement rates
- Monday: Good but competitive
- Friday: Lower engagement (weekend mindset)
- Weekends: Surprisingly good for less competitive visibility
Global/multi-timezone strategy:
For European audiences: 8-10 AM GMT optimal For APAC markets: 9-11 AM local time zones Following global creators: Stagger engagement across time zones
Industry-specific variations:
B2B SaaS: Tuesday-Thursday, 7-9 AM EST dominates Professional services: Wednesday mornings peak Tech/startup: More even distribution, weekends perform well Corporate/finance: Strict weekday 7 AM-6 PM pattern
Finding YOUR audience patterns: Check LinkedIn analytics to see when your specific connections are most active. Generic advice doesn't account for your unique network.
Strategic Commenting Timing Tactics
Tactic #1: The "Fresh Post Hunt"
Goal: Catch posts within first 15 minutes of publishing
How to execute:
- Follow 50-100 key people whose audiences match your ICP
- Turn on post notifications for top 10-15
- Check LinkedIn 2-3 times daily during peak windows
- Comment immediately on relevant posts
Tools: LinkedIn mobile app notifications, saved searches
ROI: Being in the first 3-5 comments gets 10x more visibility than being comment #30.
Tactic #2: The "Second Wave" Approach
Goal: Comment on posts 6-12 hours old when engagement is slowing
Why it works:
- Less competition (early commenters moved on)
- Post still getting some views
- Your comment stands out in smaller pool
- Post author still actively monitoring
When to use: When you missed the first-hour window but post is still relevant.
Tactic #3: Follow Specific Creators' Schedules
Pattern recognition: Track when specific influential people in your industry post (many have consistent schedules).
Strategy: Be ready to engage within their first 15 minutes.
Example: If a key influencer always posts Wednesdays at 8 AM, set a calendar reminder for 8:00 AM Wednesday.
Tactic #4: The Weekend Opportunity
Contrarian finding: Weekends have less competition but still significant engaged audiences.
Who's active:
- Creators (content creation during quiet time)
- Solopreneurs (no corporate firewall restrictions)
- International audiences (different weekly schedules)
Strategic advantage: Your thoughtful weekend comment has less competition, higher chance of being seen.
Building Your Personal Commenting Schedule
15-minute morning routine (highest ROI):
7:00-7:15 AM (or your timezone equivalent):
- Open LinkedIn, check feed for posts from last hour
- Leave 5-7 quality comments on strategic posts
- Use LiGo to generate thoughtful comments efficiently
- Total: 5-7 engagements in 15 minutes
Midday check-in (10 minutes):
12:00-12:10 PM:
- Reply to notifications from morning comments
- Engage in any comment threads you started
- Check for new high-value posts to comment on
End-of-day scan (10 minutes):
5:30-5:40 PM:
- Catch posts you missed during the day
- Engage with global content now active
- Set up next day's engagement targets
Weekly schedule template:
| Day | Peak Engagement Time | Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 7-9 AM | Industry news posts |
| Tuesday | 7-9 AM | Thought leader content |
| Wednesday | 7-9 AM, 12-1 PM | High-priority prospects |
| Thursday | 7-9 AM | Relationship maintenance |
| Friday | 8-10 AM | Lighter, end-week posts |
| Weekend | 9-11 AM | Strategic (less frequent) |
Realistic time commitment: 30-45 minutes daily, split across 2-3 sessions = 3.5-5 hours weekly for significant LinkedIn presence.
Tools to Optimize Commenting Timing
LinkedIn native notifications: Turn on for key connections (avoid notification overload by being selective).
Browser extension alerts: Set up for specific keywords or people.
LiGo's multi-platform efficiency: The LiGo Chrome Extension helps you comment quickly during optimal windows without sacrificing quality. Generate thoughtful comments in 30 seconds vs. 3 minutes manually.
Calendar blocking: Treat peak commenting windows as important as meetings. Block 15 minutes at 7 AM, 12 PM, 5:30 PM.
Analytics for pattern identification: Shield Analytics or LinkedIn native analytics show when posts get most engagement.
Measuring Timing Impact
Metrics to track:
- Comment visibility (replies to your comments)
- Profile views from comments (LinkedIn shows referral source)
- Engagement rate by time (track when your comments get most reactions)
- Connection requests generated from strategic comments
A/B testing timing: Comment at different times for two weeks. Compare:
- Morning (7-9 AM) vs. afternoon (2-4 PM)
- Weekday vs. weekend
- Within first hour vs. 6+ hours old
Refining your schedule: After 30 days of tracking, you'll see clear patterns for YOUR specific network and content type.
Tools for tracking: Simple spreadsheet: Date | Time | Post topic | Your comment | Profile views next 24h | Replies received
Timing isn't everything, but it amplifies everything else. A great comment at the wrong time gets buried. A good comment at the right time gets seen, generates discussion, and builds your network.
Focus your limited commenting time during windows that maximize visibility. The same 30 minutes invested strategically yields 3-5x more results than randomly distributed throughout the day.
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About the Author
Junaid Khalid
I have helped 50,000+ professionals with building a personal brand on LinkedIn through my content and products, and directly consulted dozens of businesses in building a Founder Brand and Employee Advocacy Program to grow their business via LinkedIn