README.md

Decatur Product Detail Scraper

Introduction

The Decatur Product Detail Scraper is an advanced web scraping tool designed to extract detailed product information from Craigslist listings in the Decatur area. This actor efficiently gathers data such as titles, prices, descriptions, and images, providing valuable insights for market research, competitive analysis, and business intelligence.

Features

• Comprehensive Data Extraction: Captures essential details including price, location, description, and images.
• High-Quality Data: Ensures reliable and accurate information retrieval from Craigslist listings.
• User-Friendly Setup: Simple configuration with pre-filled start URLs for quick deployment.
• Flexible Output Formats: Supports multiple export formats like JSON, CSV, and Excel.
• Geolocation Support: Includes latitude and longitude data for spatial analysis.

Input Parameters Table

Parameter	Type	Required	Description	Example
startUrls	array	Yes	URLs to start with.	[{"url": "https://decatur.craigslist.org/grd/d/mc-cool-junction-100-angus-black-baldy/7929163309.html"}]

Example Usage

Input JSON

{
  "startUrls": [
    {
      "url": "https://decatur.craigslist.org/grd/d/mc-cool-junction-100-angus-black-baldy/7929163309.html"
    }
  ]
}

Output JSON

[
  {
    "url": "https://decatur.craigslist.org/grd/d/mc-cool-junction-100-angus-black-baldy/7929163309.html",
    "title": "100 Angus, Black Baldy Open Replacement Heifers",
    "price": "$3,500",
    "currency": "USD",
    "location": "McCool Junction",
    "description": "Black open replacement heifers. Available for contract as AI exposed starting May 10th, 2026. Will sell any quantity.750lb average. Located near McCool Junction, NE Call Dustin at Four Zero Two-...",
    "images": [
      "https://images.craigslist.org/00W0W_8Ny5mn9EsCG_0x20oM_600x450.jpg"
    ],
    "postId": "7929163309",
    "postedAt": "2026-04-21T09:03:12-0500",
    "updatedAt": "2026-06-24T16:48:09-0500",
    "condition": "",
    "manufacturer": "",
    "size": "",
    "latitude": 40.7442,
    "longitude": -97.5937
  }
]

Use Cases

• Market Research and Analysis: Gain insights into product trends and pricing strategies.
• Competitive Intelligence: Monitor competitor listings for strategic planning.
• Price Monitoring: Track price changes over time to identify market fluctuations.
• Content Aggregation: Compile data from multiple sources for comprehensive reports.
• Academic Research: Support studies in economics, marketing, or regional development.
• Business Automation: Automate data collection processes for efficiency.

Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Decatur Product Detail Scraper" in the Apify Store.
2. Click "Try for free" or "Run".
3. Configure input parameters with your desired start URLs.
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 containing objects with the following fields:

• url: The URL of the Craigslist listing.
• title: Title of the product.
• price: Price of the product.
• currency: Currency used for pricing.
• location: Location where the product is available.
• description: Detailed description of the product.
• images: Array of image URLs associated with the listing.
• postId: Unique identifier for the Craigslist post.
• postedAt: Date and time when the post was created.
• updatedAt: Date and time when the post was last updated.
• condition, manufacturer, size: Additional product details (if available).
• latitude and longitude: Geolocation data of the listing.

Support

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

• Email: support@getdataforme.com
• Subject line: "custom support"
• Contact form: Get Data For Me

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Description

Unlock valuable insights with the Decatur Product Detail Scraper. Extract comprehensive product data from Craigslist listings, including prices, descriptions, and images. Ideal for market research, competitive analysis, and business automation. Start scraping today and transform your data strategy!