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Boolean Search String Generator for Recruiters

This free boolean search generator turns job titles, skills, and locations into ready-to-paste LinkedIn and Google X-ray search strings. AND, OR, and NOT logic is handled for you, so you can find qualified candidates in seconds.

Comma-separated · matched with OR
Must-have · matched with AND
Bonus · matched with OR
Optional · matched with OR
Comma-separated · matched with OR
Filtered out · applied with NOT
LinkedIn Boolean string
NOT (recruiter OR staffing OR intern)
Google X-ray string
site:linkedin.com/in -recruiter -staffing -intern

How it works

Step 1
Enter titles & skills

Type the job titles, required skills, nice-to-have skills, locations, and any terms you want to exclude. Separate multiple values with commas.

Step 2
Get LinkedIn & Google X-ray strings

Two search strings build in real time: a LinkedIn Boolean string with AND/OR/NOT logic, and a Google X-ray string that reaches public profiles.

Step 3
Copy & paste into your search

Click Copy and paste the string straight into LinkedIn or Google. Tweak your inputs anytime to widen or tighten the candidate pool.

Why use this boolean search generator

LinkedIn + Google X-ray output

Get two strings at once. Search inside LinkedIn and uncover public profiles on Google without writing two queries by hand.

AND / OR / NOT logic done for you

Required skills get AND, alternatives get OR, and excluded terms get NOT. Multi-word phrases are quoted and grouped automatically.

Exclude noise like recruiters and interns

The exclude field is pre-filled with common noise terms, so your results focus on real candidates instead of agency or intern profiles.

Free, no signup, runs in your browser

No account and no limits. Everything is generated locally, so confidential roles stay private while you find qualified candidates.

Who uses boolean search strings

Technical sourcing

Combine specific stacks and frameworks with AND logic to pinpoint engineers who match every must-have requirement for the role.

Passive candidate search

Use the Google X-ray string to reach public profiles that LinkedIn search hides, surfacing passive talent who are not actively looking.

Agency recruiters

Build repeatable, client-ready search strings fast, and exclude competitor or staffing noise so each shortlist stays clean.

Talent research

Map a market by job title and location, then feed the results into a talent pool to track prospects over time.

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FAQ

Get answers to common questions about Lessie AI.

What is a boolean search generator?

A boolean search generator is a free tool that turns plain job requirements into a structured search string using AND, OR, and NOT operators. You enter job titles, required skills, locations, and terms to exclude, and it instantly builds a ready-to-paste query for LinkedIn and Google. It removes the guesswork of writing boolean syntax by hand, so recruiters and sourcers can find qualified candidates faster.

How do I use the LinkedIn and Google X-ray strings?

Copy the LinkedIn Boolean string and paste it into the LinkedIn or LinkedIn Recruiter keyword search box to surface matching profiles. Use the Google X-ray string in a normal Google search to discover public LinkedIn profiles that match your criteria, even outside your network. Both strings update in real time as you type, so you can refine titles and skills until the results look right for your role.

How is this different from searching LinkedIn directly?

Searching LinkedIn directly works, but it is easy to get the operator logic wrong and miss strong candidates. This generator handles the AND, OR, and NOT grouping for you, quotes multi-word phrases automatically, and produces a second Google X-ray string that reaches profiles beyond LinkedIn search limits. For ongoing sourcing, pairing boolean search with structured pipelines and a searchable resume database keeps your shortlists organized.

Is my data sent anywhere or stored?

No. The boolean search generator runs entirely in your browser. Your job titles, skills, and exclude terms are never uploaded to a server or saved anywhere, and the Copy button uses your local clipboard. You can use it freely for confidential or pre-launch roles without any privacy concerns.

Is the boolean search generator free?

Yes, it is completely free with no signup, no credit card, and no usage limits. When you are ready to go beyond search strings and want an AI agent that can screen candidates by skills and surface verified contacts, Lessie AI continues where boolean search leaves off.

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