PART 1: README.md

Downy Review Scraper

The Downy Review Scraper is a powerful Apify Actor designed to extract customer reviews from Downy product pages efficiently and reliably. It leverages web scraping techniques to gather detailed review data, including ratings, text, and metadata, enabling users to analyze consumer feedback for insights into product performance. This tool is ideal for businesses, researchers, and marketers seeking to monitor brand sentiment and trends without manual effort.

Features

• Comprehensive Review Extraction: Captures full review details such as title, text, rating, author, date, and helpfulness metrics from Downy product pages.
• High Reliability: Uses residential proxies to avoid IP blocks and ensure consistent data retrieval.
• Customizable Crawling: Supports multiple start URLs and configurable request limits for targeted scraping.
• Structured Output: Delivers clean, JSON-formatted data ready for analysis or integration into databases.
• Fast and Scalable: Built on CheerioCrawler for efficient parsing, handling up to thousands of reviews per run.
• Error-Resistant: Includes built-in handling for common scraping challenges like dynamic content.
• Apify Integration: Seamlessly runs on the Apify platform with easy export options to JSON, CSV, or Excel.

Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Description	Example
startUrls	array	Yes	URLs to start the scraping process. Each URL should point to a Downy product page.	[{"url": "https://downy.com/en-us/fabric-softener/rinse-and-refresh/cool-cotton"}]
proxyConfiguration	object	No	Configures proxy servers to mask the scraper's origin and avoid blocks. Defaults to Apify's residential proxies.	{"useApifyProxy": true, "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]}
maxRequestsPerCrawl	integer	No	Limits the number of HTTP requests made during the crawl to control costs and scope.	10

Example Usage

To run the actor, provide input parameters in JSON format:

{
  "startUrls": [
    {
      "url": "https://downy.com/en-us/fabric-softener/rinse-and-refresh/cool-cotton"
    }
  ],
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]
  },
  "maxRequestsPerCrawl": 10
}

Example output in JSON:

[
  {
    "productUrl": "https://downy.com/en-us/fabric-softener/rinse-and-refresh/cool-cotton",
    "productId": "Downy_Rinse_and_Refresh_Cool_Cotton",
    "reviewId": "245182145",
    "title": "Doesn't remove odors; just masks them",
    "text": "I have several tees that have \"perma-stink\" from sweat, and nothing has worked to remove it. So, I decided to try this product, despite the high price. Of course, it doesn't work, either. It doesn't remove the odor; only masks it with a perfume that is so strong it makes my eyes water. Now my shirts smell like perfume AND perma-stink. Very disappointed.",
    "rating": 1,
    "author": "DaleyO",
    "date": "2025-10-12T13:18:39.000+00:00",
    "isFeatured": false,
    "helpful": 0,
    "notHelpful": 0,
    "verified": false
  }
]

Use Cases

• Market Research: Analyze customer sentiments to identify strengths and weaknesses in Downy products.
• Competitive Intelligence: Compare review trends with competitors for strategic insights.
• Price Monitoring: Track feedback related to pricing and value perceptions.
• Content Aggregation: Collect reviews for content creation, such as blog posts or reports.
• Academic Research: Study consumer behavior and product reception in studies.
• Business Automation: Automate data collection for dashboards or CRM integrations.

Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Downy Review Scraper" in the Apify Store.
2. Click "Try for free" or "Run".
3. Configure input parameters.
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 an array of JSON objects, each representing a review. Key fields include:

• productUrl: The URL of the product page.
• productId: Unique identifier for the product.
• reviewId: Unique review identifier.
• title: Review headline.
• text: Full review content.
• rating: Numerical rating (e.g., 1-5).
• author: Reviewer's username.
• date: ISO-formatted timestamp.
• isFeatured: Boolean indicating if featured.
• helpful/notHelpful: Vote counts.
• verified: Boolean for purchase verification.

Data is clean and structured for easy parsing.

Support

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

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

We're here to help you get the most out of this Actor!

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PART 2: Concise Description

Unlock valuable consumer insights with the Downy Review Scraper! This Apify Actor extracts detailed reviews from Downy product pages, including ratings, text, and metadata, using reliable residential proxies for seamless scraping. Key features include customizable URLs, structured JSON output, and scalable performance. Perfect for market research, competitive analysis, and sentiment tracking. Start scraping today and gain actionable data effortlessly! (148 characters)