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Datagovu Profileinfo Parser Spider

Introduction

The Datagovu Profileinfo Parser Spider is a powerful web scraping tool designed to extract detailed profile information from specified URLs on the Data.gouv.fr platform. This actor simplifies data collection for analysis, research, and business intelligence by automating the extraction process with high accuracy and efficiency.

Features

• Automated Data Extraction: Seamlessly scrape profile information from multiple URLs.
• Customizable Input Parameters: Tailor scraping tasks to specific needs using configurable options.
• High-Quality Output: Receive structured data in JSON format for easy integration into workflows.
• Scalable Performance: Efficiently handle large volumes of data with adjustable item limits.
• User-Friendly Configuration: Simple setup process with clear instructions and examples.

Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Description	Example
ProfileUrls	array	Yes	The profile URLs for the spider. Must be valid HTTP/HTTPS links.	["https://example.com/data1", "https://example.com/data2"]
item_limit	integer	No	Maximum items to scrape per actor run. Set to 0 for no limit.	10

Example Usage

Input JSON

{
  "ProfileUrls": [
    "https://www.data.gouv.fr/datasets/boursiers-par-departement",
    "https://www.data.gouv.fr/datasets/demandes-de-valeurs-foncieres/reuses_and_dataservices"
  ],
  "item_limit": 10
}

Output JSON

[
  {
    "url": "https://www.data.gouv.fr/datasets/boursiers-par-departement",
    "title": "Boursiers par département",
    "organization": "Ministères de l'Éducation nationale",
    "attributions": [
      {"name": "DGESCO - Ministère de l'éducation nationale", "role": "Créateur"},
      {"name": "DGESCO - Ministère de l'éducation nationale", "role": "Éditeur"}
    ],
    "last_updated": "January 29, 2026",
    "views": 0,
    "downloads": 0,
    "description": "Nombre de boursiers à la rentrée 2020 par départements selon le type d'établissements et le secteur...",
    "files": ["fr-en-boursiers-par-departement.csv", "fr-en-boursiers-par-departement.json"],
    "actor_id": "IgJuOSCW0QXJfFz1z",
    "run_id": "fckhcO6VcOUf05IH3"
  },
  {
    "url": "https://www.data.gouv.fr/datasets/demandes-de-valeurs-foncieres/reuses_and_dataservices",
    "title": "Demandes de valeurs foncières",
    "organization": "Ministères économiques et financiers",
    "attributions": [],
    "last_updated": "April 5, 2026",
    "views": 0,
    "downloads": 0,
    "description": "Conformément au décret n° 2018-1350 du 28 décembre 2018 relatif à la publication sous forme électronique...",
    "files": [],
    "actor_id": "IgJuOSCW0QXJfFz1z",
    "run_id": "fckhcO6VcOUf05IH3"
  }
]

Use Cases

• Market Research and Analysis: Gather comprehensive data for market insights.
• Competitive Intelligence: Monitor competitor activities and offerings.
• Price Monitoring: Track pricing trends across datasets.
• Content Aggregation: Compile information from various sources into a single dataset.
• Academic Research: Support research projects with structured data collection.
• Business Automation: Automate data-driven decision-making processes.

Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Datagovu Profileinfo 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 output is a JSON array where each object represents a profile with fields such as url, title, organization, attributions, last_updated, views, downloads, description, files, actor_id, and run_id. This structured format facilitates easy data manipulation and integration into various applications.

Error Handling

The actor includes robust error handling to manage issues such as invalid URLs, network errors, or unexpected changes in the target website structure. Errors are logged for review, allowing users to adjust configurations accordingly.

Rate Limiting and Best Practices

To ensure optimal performance and avoid overloading servers:

• Respect rate limits by configuring appropriate delays between requests.
• Use the item_limit parameter to control data volume per run.
• Monitor logs for any rate-limiting warnings or errors.

Limitations and Considerations

• The actor is designed specifically for Data.gouv.fr URLs. It may not function correctly with other websites.
• Ensure all input URLs are valid and accessible before running the spider.
• Be aware of legal restrictions regarding data scraping from specific sources.

Support

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

• Email: support@getdataforme.com
• Subject line: "custom support"
• Contact form: Contact Us

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