Buildabear Parser Spider

Introduction

The Buildabear Parser Spider is a powerful Apify Actor designed to extract detailed product information from Build-A-Bear Workshop website pages. It efficiently scrapes key data such as product names, prices, availability, and categories, enabling users to gather structured insights for various applications. This tool is ideal for e-commerce professionals, researchers, and businesses seeking reliable data extraction from Build-A-Bear's online store.

Features

• Comprehensive Data Extraction: Captures essential product details including name, ID, price, stock status, and categorization for thorough analysis.
• Flexible URL Input: Supports multiple URLs for batch processing, allowing targeted scraping of specific products or categories.
• Proxy Integration: Utilizes residential proxies to ensure reliable access and minimize detection risks during scraping.
• High Reliability: Built on Apify's robust infrastructure for consistent performance and error handling.
• Structured Output: Delivers clean, JSON-formatted data ready for integration into databases, analytics tools, or downstream processes.
• Scalable and Fast: Handles multiple requests efficiently, making it suitable for large-scale data collection.
• User-Friendly Configuration: Simple input parameters with clear defaults for quick setup and execution.

Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Description	Example
Urls	array	Yes	An array of URLs to scrape product data from. Each URL should point to a Build-A-Bear product page.	["https://www.buildabear.com/disney-tim-burtons-the-nightmare-before-christmas-pj-sleeper/033945.html?cgid=w-clothing-and-accessories"]
proxyConfiguration	object	No	Configuration for proxy servers to mask the scraper's origin and ensure successful requests. Defaults to using Apify's residential proxies.	{"useApifyProxy": true, "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]}

Example Usage

Input Example

{
  "Urls": [
    "https://www.buildabear.com/disney-tim-burtons-the-nightmare-before-christmas-pj-sleeper/033945.html?cgid=w-clothing-and-accessories"
  ],
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]
  }
}

Output Example

[
  {
    "Product_Name": "Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas PJ Sleeper",
    "Product_Id": "033945",
    "Brand": "NIGHTMARE",
    "Price": 14.5,
    "Quantity": 1,
    "In_Stock": true,
    "Category1": "Animation & Gaming",
    "Category2": "Characters & Collections",
    "Category3": "",
    "Category4": "",
    "Category5": "",
    "List_Name": "Nightmare Before Christmas",
    "Variant": "Clothes",
    "Affiliation": "Online Store",
    "Currency": "USD",
    "Crawled_Date": "2026-01-28",
    "URL": "https://www.buildabear.com/disney-tim-burtons-the-nightmare-before-christmas-pj-sleeper/033945.html?cgid=w-clothing-and-accessories"
  }
]

Use Cases

• Market Research and Analysis: Gather product data to analyze trends, pricing strategies, and inventory levels in the plush toy market.
• Competitive Intelligence: Monitor Build-A-Bear's offerings to compare with competitors and identify market gaps.
• Price Monitoring: Track price changes and availability for automated alerts or dynamic pricing models.
• Content Aggregation: Collect product details for e-commerce platforms, blogs, or catalogs.
• Academic Research: Study consumer products, branding, and retail strategies in the toy industry.
• Business Automation: Integrate scraped data into ERP systems or dashboards for streamlined operations.

Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Buildabear Parser Spider" in the Apify Store.
2. Click "Try for free" or "Run".
3. Configure input parameters as needed.
4. Click "Start" to begin extraction.
5. Monitor progress in the log.
6. Export results in your preferred format (JSON, CSV, Excel).

Output Format

The Actor outputs data as a JSON array of objects, each representing a scraped product. Key fields include Product_Name (string), Product_Id (string), Brand (string), Price (number), Quantity (number), In_Stock (boolean), Category1-5 (strings), List_Name (string), Variant (string), Affiliation (string), Currency (string), Crawled_Date (string in YYYY-MM-DD format), and URL (string). This structured format ensures easy parsing and integration.

Support

For custom/simplified outputs or bug reports, please contact:

• Email: support@getdataforme.com
• Subject line: "custom support"
• Contact form: https://getdataforme.com/contact/

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