Description

This Apify actor automates scraping Flodesk's email template gallery, extracting names, descriptions, images, and customization links in clean JSON....

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Flodesk Template Parser Spider

Introduction

The Flodesk Template Parser Spider is a powerful Apify Actor designed to scrape and extract detailed information about email templates from Flodesk's public gallery. It automates the collection of template data, including names, descriptions, images, and customization links, enabling users to gather insights and data efficiently without manual browsing. This tool is ideal for marketers, designers, and developers looking to analyze trends, gather inspiration, or integrate template data into their workflows.

Features

• Comprehensive Data Extraction: Captures key details such as template IDs, names, descriptions, thumbnails, preview URLs, and high-resolution images.
• Reliable and Fast: Built with robust scraping techniques to handle dynamic content and ensure high success rates with minimal errors.
• No Input Required: Runs out-of-the-box without needing custom parameters, making it user-friendly for quick deployments.
• Structured Output: Delivers data in clean JSON format, perfect for integration with other tools or databases.
• Scalable Performance: Optimized for handling large volumes of templates with efficient pagination support.
• Error-Resilient: Includes built-in retry mechanisms to manage temporary network issues or site changes.
• Apify Integration: Seamlessly integrates with Apify's platform for scheduling, monitoring, and exporting results.

Input Parameters

The actor does not require any input parameters, as it is designed to scrape all available templates from Flodesk's gallery automatically.

Parameter	Type	Required	Description	Example
(None)	N/A	N/A	No parameters needed.	N/A

Example Usage

To run the actor, simply start it without inputs. Below is an example of the output format:

Example Input (No input required):

{}

Example Output:

[
  {
    "id": "66ffa418c378ff1133f012b5",
    "name": "Simple countdown timer sale",
    "description": "Create a sense of urgency to boost conversions by up to 200% with this simple yet impactful template featuring a countdown timer.",
    "thumbnail": "66ffa418c378ff1133f012b5",
    "page": 1,
    "preview_url": "https://flodesk.com/templates/email/66ffa418c378ff1133f012b5",
    "customize_url": "https://app.flodesk.com/sign-up?tsrc=gallery&ttype=email&tid=66ffa418c378ff1133f012b5&fd-source=public-gallery-email",
    "images": [
      "https://flodesk.com/_next/static/chunks/images/assets/templates-email/66ffa418c378ff1133f012b5_1200.webp",
      "https://flodesk.com/_next/static/chunks/images/assets/templates-email/66ffa418c378ff1133f012b5_1920.webp",
      "https://flodesk.com/_next/static/chunks/images/assets/templates-email/66ffa418c378ff1133f012b5_3840.webp"
    ],
    "actor_id": "lblId8nT8KeALi0fp",
    "run_id": "XdnCveMCTL72mhPCF"
  },
  {
    "id": "66ffa427efc0fde608ced1f3",
    "name": "Countdown timer sale",
    "description": "Spread the word about a sale and build excitement by highlighting discounts on specific products. A countdown timer drives viewers to take action even faster.",
    "thumbnail": "66ffa427efc0fde608ced1f3",
    "page": 1,
    "preview_url": "https://flodesk.com/templates/email/66ffa427efc0fde608ced1f3",
    "customize_url": "https://app.flodesk.com/sign-up?tsrc=gallery&ttype=email&tid=66ffa427efc0fde608ced1f3&fd-source=public-gallery-email",
    "images": [
      "https://flodesk.com/_next/static/chunks/images/assets/templates-email/66ffa427efc0fde608ced1f3_1200.webp",
      "https://flodesk.com/_next/static/chunks/images/assets/templates-email/66ffa427efc0fde608ced1f3_1920.webp",
      "https://flodesk.com/_next/static/chunks/images/assets/templates-email/66ffa427efc0fde608ced1f3_3840.webp"
    ],
    "actor_id": "lblId8nT8KeALi0fp",
    "run_id": "XdnCveMCTL72mhPCF"
  },
  {
    "id": "66ffa4321e739c2e6ea3321f",
    "name": "Simple countdown sale",
    "description": "Discounting a single product or offering? Whether it’s a class, webinar, content package or something else, this template entices the viewer with a clear offer and a countdown timer for added urgency.",
    "thumbnail": "66ffa4321e739c2e6ea3321f",
    "page": 1,
    "preview_url": "https://flodesk.com/templates/email/66ffa4321e739c2e6ea3321f",
    "customize_url": "https://app.flodesk.com/sign-up?tsrc=gallery&ttype=email&tid=66ffa4321e739c2e6ea3321f&fd-source=public-gallery-email",
    "images": [
      "https://flodesk.com/_next/static/chunks/images/assets/templates-email/66ffa4321e739c2e6ea3321f_1200.webp",
      "https://flodesk.com/_next/static/chunks/images/assets/templates-email/66ffa4321e739c2e6ea3321f_1920.webp",
      "https://flodesk.com/_next/static/chunks/images/assets/templates-email/66ffa4321e739c2e6ea3321f_3840.webp"
    ],
    "actor_id": "lblId8nT8KeALi0fp",
    "run_id": "XdnCveMCTL72mhPCF"
  }
]

Use Cases

• Market Research: Analyze popular email template trends to inform marketing strategies.
• Competitive Intelligence: Monitor competitors' template offerings and designs.
• Content Aggregation: Build a database of templates for inspiration or resale.
• Design Inspiration: Gather high-quality images and descriptions for creative projects.
• Academic Research: Study email marketing patterns and effectiveness.
• Business Automation: Integrate template data into CRM systems or email tools.

Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Flodesk Template Parser Spider" in the Apify Store.
2. Click "Try for free" or "Run".
3. Configure input parameters (none required).
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 an array of JSON objects, each representing a Flodesk email template. Key fields include:

• id: Unique template identifier.
• name: Template title.
• description: Brief overview of the template's purpose.
• thumbnail: Thumbnail image ID.
• page: Page number in the gallery.
• preview_url: Link to view the template.
• customize_url: Link to customize in Flodesk.
• images: Array of image URLs in various resolutions.
• actor_id and run_id: Metadata from the Apify run.

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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