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Youtube Profile Scraper

YouTube Profile Scraper, YouTube Channel Scraper, YouTube Channel Data Extractor, YouTube Metadata Scraper, YouTube Creator Scraper, YouTube Influencer Scraper, YouTube Channel Information Extractor, YouTube Subscriber Scraper, YouTube Channel Analytics Scraper, YouTube Channel Statistics Scraper.

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YouTube Profile Scraper ( Apift Actor )

Extract detailed YouTube channel metadata from usernames, handles, channel IDs, profile URLs, or keywords. This Apify Actor automatically resolves YouTube channels and returns structured profile data including subscriber counts, channel information, profile images, banner images, creation dates, social links, and more.

Perfect for market research, influencer discovery, competitor analysis, lead generation, creator intelligence, audience research, and YouTube channel monitoring.

🚀 What is YouTube Profile Scraper?

YouTube Profile Scraper is an Apify Actor that collects publicly available metadata from YouTube channel profile pages.

The Actor accepts multiple input formats and automatically converts them into the appropriate YouTube channel profile URLs before extracting channel information.

Supported inputs include:

  • YouTube channel URLs
  • YouTube handles (@username)
  • Channel usernames
  • Channel IDs (UC...)
  • Search keywords

The Actor processes all supplied inputs, removes duplicates, and extracts profile data from every unique channel discovered.


✨ Features

Multiple Input Methods

Provide channels using:

  • YouTube profile URLs
  • Channel handles
  • Usernames
  • Channel IDs
  • Keywords

Automatic URL Normalization

Automatically converts supported URLs into the appropriate YouTube profile endpoint.

Examples:

https://www.youtube.com/@MrBeast
https://www.youtube.com/@MrBeast/posts
https://www.youtube.com/c/MrBeast
https://www.youtube.com/user/MrBeast
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCX6OQ3DkcsbYNE6H8uQQuVA

Channel Metadata Extraction

Extracts:

  • Channel name
  • Channel handle
  • Channel ID
  • Subscriber count
  • Video count
  • Total channel views
  • Channel description
  • Creation date
  • Profile image
  • Banner image
  • External links
  • Country/location
  • Canonical channel URL

Duplicate Detection

The Actor automatically merges duplicate inputs and processes each channel only once.

Residential Proxy Support

Supports Apify Residential Proxies to reduce blocking and improve scraping reliability.

Structured Output

Returns clean JSON data ready for:

  • APIs
  • Databases
  • BI tools
  • Analytics platforms
  • Automation workflows

🎯 Use Cases

Influencer Marketing

Build creator databases and identify potential influencer partnerships.

Competitor Research

Monitor competitor channel growth and profile information.

Lead Generation

Collect business-related channel information and external links.

Creator Intelligence

Analyze YouTube creators across industries and niches.

Audience Research

Discover relevant channels in specific markets.

Market Analysis

Track channel statistics and profile changes over time.

Data Enrichment

Enrich existing creator datasets with additional channel metadata.


📥 Input

The Actor accepts one or more of the following fields.

Keywords

Search terms used as channel identifiers.

{
"keywords": [
"MrBeast",
"Tech Reviews"
]
}

Usernames / Handles

Handles may be supplied with or without the @ symbol.

{
"usernames": [
"@MrBeast",
"loganpaulvlogs"
]
}

Channel IDs

Provide official YouTube channel IDs.

{
"channelIds": [
"UC-lHJZR3Gqxm24_Vd_AJ5Yw"
]
}

Start URLs

Provide one or more YouTube channel URLs.

{
"startUrls": [
{
"url": "https://www.youtube.com/@PenMovies/posts"
},
{
"url": "https://www.youtube.com/@PlayDMF/posts"
}
]
}

Complete Example Input

{
"keywords": [
"MrBeast"
],
"usernames": [
"@loganpaulvlogs"
],
"channelIds": [
"UC-lHJZR3Gqxm24_Vd_AJ5Yw"
],
"startUrls": [
{
"url": "https://www.youtube.com/@PenMovies/posts"
},
{
"url": "https://www.youtube.com/@PlayDMF/posts"
}
]
}

📤 Output

Each dataset item contains channel profile metadata.

Example Output

[
{
"url": "https://www.youtube.com/@PewDiePie",
"handle": "@PewDiePie",
"banner_img": "https://yt3.googleusercontent.com/vg_f9mYBpTkhj44RPlyu4ZN_qUwpSGhQ5zwXLCwZpZUJ12EtQlMf-HwI6MtB1Nv6h8oN9W3emA=w2560-fcrop64=1,00005a57ffffa5a8-k-c0xffffffff-no-nd-rj",
"profile_image": "https://yt3.googleusercontent.com/vik8mAiwHQbXiFyKfZ3__p55_VBdGvwxPpuPJBBwdbF0PjJxikXhrP-C3nLQAMAxGNd_-xQCIg=s160-c-k-c0x00ffffff-no-rj",
"name": "PewDiePie",
"subscribers": 110000000,
"videos_count": 4664,
"created_date": "2010-04-29T00:00:00.000Z",
"views": 29504856474,
"Description": "I make videos.",
"Details": {
"location": "Japan"
},
"Links": [
"instagram.com/pewdiepie",
"tiktok.com/@pewdiepie",
"twitch.tv/pewdiepie"
],
"identifier": "UC-lHJZR3Gqxm24_Vd_AJ5Yw",
"id": "UC-lHJZR3Gqxm24_Vd_AJ5Yw",
"handle_md5": "21e8e01710a5ba7745d4ddf88aac16d0"
},
{
"url": "https://www.youtube.com/@MrBeast",
"handle": "@MrBeast",
"banner_img": "https://yt3.googleusercontent.com/mHMO_eEMp0dPvh0ADwXhPXNYb_GnjSVsLI8biqF1CpxT8OPl7izhNQsDPD3JHhd5y5Mg9GrP=w2560-fcrop64=1,00005a57ffffa5a8-k-c0xffffffff-no-nd-rj",
"profile_image": "https://yt3.googleusercontent.com/nxYrc_1_2f77DoBadyxMTmv7ZpRZapHR5jbuYe7PlPd5cIRJxtNNEYyOC0ZsxaDyJJzXrnJiuDE=s160-c-k-c0x00ffffff-no-rj",
"name": "MrBeast",
"subscribers": 508000000,
"videos_count": 992,
"created_date": "2012-02-19T00:00:00.000Z",
"views": 133543005910,
"Description": "SUBSCRIBE FOR A COOKIE!\nNew MrBeast or MrBeast Gaming video every single Saturday at noon eastern time!\nAccomplishments:\n- Raised $20,000,000 To Plant 20,000,000 Trees\n- Removed 30,000,000 pounds of trash from the ocean\n- Helped 2,000 people walk again\n- Helped 1,000 blind people see\n- Helped 1,000 deaf people hear\n- Built wells in Africa\n- Built and gave away 100 houses\n- Adopted every dog in a shelter (twice)\n- Given millions to charity\n- Started my own snack company Feastables\n- Started my own software company Viewstats\n- Gave away a private island (twice)\n- Gave away 1 million meals\n- I counted to 100k\n- Ran a marathon in the world's largest shoes\n- Survived 50 hours in Antarctica\n- Recreated Squid Game in real life\n- Created the largest competition show with 1000 people (Beast Games)\n- Gave $5,000,000 to one person\n\nTerms & Conditions of Current Sweepstakes: \nhttps://mrb.gg/bow-and-arrow\nhttps://bit.ly/MrB_Birthday_YT\nhttps://bit.ly/MrB_Cash_Giveaway\n\n\n",
"Details": {
"location": "United States"
},
"Links": [
"instagram.com/mrbeast",
"twitter.com/MrBeast",
"facebook.com/mrbeast"
],
"identifier": "UCX6OQ3DkcsbYNE6H8uQQuVA",
"id": "UCX6OQ3DkcsbYNE6H8uQQuVA",
"handle_md5": "dd748d5dfc88b91ea388429c3c685874"
},
{
"url": "https://www.youtube.com/@loganpaulvlogs",
"handle": "@loganpaulvlogs",
"banner_img": "https://yt3.googleusercontent.com/Ip2oI5YyjNXY68LX-WuWtD6IHZUUSh89UyRe6Ddli1J0GOITR3yrjOvBdsWW-P7xSjFGU-dLaw=w2560-fcrop64=1,00005a57ffffa5a8-k-c0xffffffff-no-nd-rj",
"profile_image": "https://yt3.googleusercontent.com/ytc/AIdro_ltcpgwsF77fVG5xlQpHtPczqs4j60VkUzbtBrDBP_8QFY=s160-c-k-c0x00ffffff-no-rj",
"name": "Logan Paul",
"subscribers": 23600000,
"videos_count": 796,
"created_date": "2015-08-28T00:00:00.000Z",
"views": 6190736557,
"Description": "31 year old in Puerto Rico living life to the fullest or whatever",
"Details": {
"location": "United States"
},
"Links": [
"instagram.com/loganpaul",
"facebook.com/LoganPaul",
"twitter.com/loganpaul"
],
"identifier": "UCG8rbF3g2AMX70yOd8vqIZg",
"id": "UCG8rbF3g2AMX70yOd8vqIZg",
"handle_md5": "d5152bc4b2a3a4748006f52ac10a4590"
},
{
"url": "https://www.youtube.com/@PenMovies",
"handle": "@PenMovies",
"banner_img": "https://yt3.googleusercontent.com/8t7WTEPLuSvHXxCPNVE5rYb0RDxCvzE73A_NrDjHdJ57B_cFY9gne10CWIq6s6qITtEA9MknJsQ=w2560-fcrop64=1,00005a57ffffa5a8-k-c0xffffffff-no-nd-rj",
"profile_image": "https://yt3.googleusercontent.com/96wNkGp9NW2OXCcJy_FPpkOPh1y2lZzIRcCFE4qt0yuubkRCcgCHd6M1EYesC3NrI6B2e1oX=s160-c-k-c0x00ffffff-no-rj",
"name": "Pen Movies",
"subscribers": 30000000,
"videos_count": 1856,
"created_date": "2014-03-25T00:00:00.000Z",
"views": 9719155852,
"Description": "SUBSCRIBE to India's number 1 content library, PEN India Private Limited has produced blockbuster movies such as Kahaani, Gangubai Kathiawadi, RRR, Attack: Part 1 & many more. With many more blockbusters coming soon, we hope to keep you engaged and entertained.\n\nFor any claim-related queries, email us on – claims@penindia.in\n\nFor New Hindi Dubbed Movies follow the below link.\nhttps://lnk.bio/PenMovies\n",
"Details": {
"location": "India"
},
"Links": [
"lnk.bio/PenMovies",
"penstudios.in",
"facebook.com/PenMovies",
"twitter.com/PenMovies",
"instagram.com/PenMovies"
],
"identifier": "UC3ar28GS6o1p0m_wabfk2zw",
"id": "UC3ar28GS6o1p0m_wabfk2zw",
"handle_md5": "e3964820e9a827bd976c11154a163bd9"
},
{
"url": "https://www.youtube.com/@PlayDMF",
"handle": "@PlayDMF",
"banner_img": "https://yt3.googleusercontent.com/iBOqw3V2X8MuCvVt7YYOTSGLRM86Cwmbppueq220CvF_0th57j_14qO38dbblYGHaIFa_4gR=w2560-fcrop64=1,00005a57ffffa5a8-k-c0xffffffff-no-nd-rj",
"profile_image": "https://yt3.googleusercontent.com/RpG4CbkasYMbM7IOBbGVnt4LwR31duDssSC2qMMzlEnL01JVbLaAADGzia8Glw2u-oTPe0MY=s160-c-k-c0x00ffffff-no-rj",
"name": "Play DMF",
"subscribers": 7220000,
"videos_count": 1550,
"created_date": "2018-10-05T00:00:00.000Z",
"views": 4960546430,
"Description": "Introducing Play DMF - Since its inception, this privately held Mumbai / Delhi - based powerhouse by the youngest, Anshul Garg has been revolutionising the Indian music industry. Play DMF is a trailblazer in delivering fresh beats and vibrant tunes that resonate with the world. With its unique blend of Hindi, Punjabi and international collaborations, Play DMF is a music label that truly embodies the energy and spirit of the music industry. Get ready to groove with Play DMF, as they continue to shape the future of entertainment!",
"Details": {
"location": "India"
},
"Links": [
"instagram.com/playdmfofficial"
],
"identifier": "UCSM54qcBP60U61HOMm_SUqA",
"id": "UCSM54qcBP60U61HOMm_SUqA",
"handle_md5": "5452578197880d4ed8cd012ddb34c4e2"
}
]

📊 Extracted Fields

FieldDescription
urlCanonical YouTube channel URL
handleYouTube channel handle
banner_imgChannel banner image URL
profile_imageChannel avatar image URL
nameChannel name
subscribersTotal subscriber count
videos_countNumber of uploaded videos
created_dateChannel creation date (ISO format)
viewsTotal channel views
DescriptionChannel description
Details.locationChannel country/location
LinksExternal links displayed on the channel
identifierChannel ID
idChannel ID
handle_md5MD5 hash of channel handle

⚙️ How It Works

  1. Receive input identifiers.
  2. Normalize all usernames, URLs, handles, and channel IDs.
  3. Remove duplicates.
  4. Resolve channel profile pages.
  5. Extract YouTube channel metadata.
  6. Structure data into JSON format.
  7. Save results to the Apify dataset.

🔍 Supported URL Formats

The Actor supports:

https://www.youtube.com/@Handle
https://www.youtube.com/@Handle/posts
https://www.youtube.com/c/CustomName
https://www.youtube.com/user/LegacyName
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCxxxxxxxxxxxx

URLs are automatically normalized before scraping.


🌐 Proxy Support

This Actor automatically attempts to use:

  • Apify Residential Proxies

If residential proxies are unavailable, it falls back to the configured proxy settings.

This improves reliability when scraping large numbers of channels.


📈 Why Use This Actor?

Unlike manual channel research, this Actor allows you to:

  • Collect data from multiple channels simultaneously
  • Build creator databases
  • Analyze YouTube markets at scale
  • Automate channel intelligence workflows
  • Export structured datasets for reporting and analytics

🔗 API Usage

Run the Actor using the Apify API.

curl -X POST \
https://api.apify.com/v2/acts/USERNAME~youtube-profile-scraper/runs \
-H 'Content-Type: application/json' \
-d '{
"usernames": ["@MrBeast"]
}'

After the run completes, retrieve results from the generated dataset.


📚 SEO Keywords

This Actor is useful for users searching for:

  • YouTube Profile Scraper
  • YouTube Channel Scraper
  • YouTube Channel Metadata Extractor
  • YouTube Subscriber Scraper
  • YouTube Creator Data Scraper
  • YouTube Channel Analytics Data
  • YouTube Influencer Research Tool
  • YouTube Channel Information API
  • YouTube Creator Intelligence
  • YouTube Channel Dataset Export

⚠️ Notes

  • Only publicly available channel information is extracted.
  • Results depend on the availability and structure of YouTube channel pages.
  • Subscriber counts, view counts, and video counts are returned as numeric values whenever possible.
  • Duplicate channels are automatically removed before processing.

💡 Ideal For

  • Growth marketers
  • Influencer agencies
  • Sales teams
  • Market researchers
  • Data analysts
  • Lead generation specialists
  • Content creators
  • Media companies
  • SaaS platforms
  • YouTube intelligence tools

Support

If you need assistance or encounter any issues, contact:

alphascraper69@gmail.com

Feedback and feature requests are always welcome.

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