Marktplaats Listings Scraper

Collect category information from Marktplaats NL dataset. Export the collected data in JSON, CSV, Excel, and other supported Apify dataset formats.

What it does

This actor collects category options associated with a Marktplaats publicly available dataset. Each category is saved as a separate dataset row with its name, full name, category ID, and key.

Features

• Search Marktplaats NL using a custom query.
• Collect category names, IDs, and keys.
• Remove duplicate category entries within a run.
• Handle temporary request failures with retries.
• Save error records when requests fail.
• Export results in multiple dataset formats.

Input example

{
  "mode": "search",
  "query": "fiets",
  "maxItems": 50,
  "requestDelayMs": 1000
}

Input parameters

Parameter	Description
mode	Selects the search mode.
query	Search term used to find category options.
maxItems	Maximum number of dataset items to collect.
requestDelayMs	Delay between requests in milliseconds.

Output example

{
  "fullName": "Antiek en Kunst",
  "categoryId": 1,
  "key": "antiek-en-kunst",
  "name": "Antiek en Kunst",
  "scrapedAt": "2026-10-26T00:00:00+00:00"
}

Output fields

Field	Description
fullName	Full category name.
categoryId	Unique category identifier.
key	Category key or slug.
name	Category name.
scrapedAt	Date and time when the record was collected.

Use cases

• Category research: Organize category names and identifiers for marketplace research.
• Monitoring: Schedule recurring searches and track category changes.
• Dashboard feeds: Use structured category data in dashboards and reports.
• Catalog building: Build category reference lists for Dutch marketplace projects.

FAQ

What data does this actor collect?

It collects category names, full names, category IDs, and category keys associated with a Marktplaats search query.

Can I search using different keywords?

Yes. Set the query input to the keyword you want to search for.

What export formats are supported?

You can export the results as JSON, CSV, Excel, and other supported Apify dataset formats.

Can I schedule recurring runs?

Yes. You can use Apify Schedules to run the actor automatically at your preferred intervals.

What happens if a request fails?

The actor handles request failures and saves an error record instead of terminating the entire run.

Trademark Notice

Marktplaats is a trademark of its respective owner. This actor is an independent data collection tool and does not imply any affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement, or partnership with Marktplaats.

Disclaimer

This actor is provided for independent research and data collection purposes. Users are responsible for ensuring that their activities comply with applicable laws, website policies, and data licensing requirements.

Is Web Scraping Legal?

This actor collects publicly accessible Marktplaats category information without bypassing login screens, paywalls, or technical security measures. How collected information can be used depends on applicable laws and the source website's policies.

• Personal Data: Category information may be accompanied by other data. If personal information is collected or processed, comply with applicable privacy laws, including GDPR and other relevant regulations.
• Copyright and Licensing: Respect intellectual property rights and applicable licensing conditions when reusing collected content.
• Platform Terms and Rate Limits: Follow Marktplaats policies and keep request intervals reasonable.
• Disclaimer: This information is general guidance, not legal advice. Consult a qualified legal professional if you need advice about a specific use case.

For more information, read Is web scraping legal?.