README.md

Decatur Product Urls Scraper

Introduction

The Decatur Product Urls Scraper is an efficient tool designed to extract product URLs from Craigslist listings in the Decatur area. It simplifies data collection, enabling users to gather valuable market insights and perform competitive analysis with ease.

Features

• Targeted Data Extraction: Focuses on specific areas using customizable search queries.
• High-Quality Data: Provides reliable and accurate listing information.
• Scalable Performance: Capable of handling large volumes of data efficiently.
• User-Friendly Configuration: Simple setup with intuitive input parameters.
• Flexible Output Formats: Supports multiple export options for seamless integration.

Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Description	Example
query	string	No	Search term to look for on Craigslist.	"room"
maxItems	integer	No	Maximum number of listings to scrape.	500
areaId	integer	No	Craigslist area identifier (e.g., 569 = Decatur, IL).	569

Example Usage

Input JSON

{
  "query": "room",
  "maxItems": 100,
  "areaId": 569
}

Output JSON

[
  {
    "postingId": 26945095,
    "title": "delay, eq, crossover, limiter, gate, processing",
    "priceCents": 50,
    "priceDisplay": "$50",
    "url": "https://sse.craigslist.org/d/decatur-delay-eq-crossover-limiter-gate/26945095.html",
    "images": [
      "3:00101_1hXdPsA0tva_0de0bf",
      "3:00S0S_9oB7lB5q7c0_0de0gG",
      "3:00M0M_2VkpAF7BDRk_0de0f8"
    ],
    "hasImages": true,
    "hasMap": true,
    "location": "1:1~39.8395~-88.9465",
    "latitude": 39.8395,
    "longitude": -88.9465,
    "repostToken": "sJ1cBwEnetjdN18eXTPqRL",
    "bundleGroup": null,
    "searchQuery": "room",
    "searchPath": "sse",
    "areaId": 569,
    "scrapedAt": "2026-07-03T09:06:43.118Z"
  }
]

Use Cases

• Market Research and Analysis: Gather data to understand market trends.
• Competitive Intelligence: Monitor competitors' offerings and pricing strategies.
• Price Monitoring: Track price changes over time for specific products or services.
• Content Aggregation: Compile listings into a centralized database for further analysis.
• Academic Research: Use real-world data for studies in economics, sociology, etc.
• Business Automation: Automate the collection of market data to inform business decisions.

Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Decatur Product Urls Scraper" 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 of objects, each representing a listing with fields such as:

• postingId: Unique identifier for the posting.
• title: Title of the listing.
• priceCents and priceDisplay: Price information in cents and display format.
• url: Direct link to the Craigslist listing.
• images, hasImages, hasMap: Information about images and map availability.
• location, latitude, longitude: Geographical data of the listing.
• repostToken: Token for reposting purposes.
• bundleGroup: Group identifier if applicable.
• searchQuery: The search term used.
• searchPath: Path indicating the Craigslist section.
• areaId: Area identifier.
• scrapedAt: Timestamp when data was scraped.

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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Description

Unlock valuable insights with the Decatur Product Urls Scraper. This tool efficiently extracts Craigslist listings in Decatur, offering high-quality data for market research and competitive analysis. Customize your search queries, handle large datasets seamlessly, and export results in multiple formats. Ideal for business automation, academic research, and more. Start extracting today!