PART 1: README.md

Weepmap Dispensary Reviews Scraper

The Weepmap Dispensary Reviews Scraper is a powerful Apify Actor designed to extract detailed reviews from Weedmaps dispensary pages. It automates the collection of customer feedback, ratings, and related data, enabling businesses and researchers to gain insights into dispensary performance and customer sentiment. This tool is ideal for market analysis, competitive intelligence, and data-driven decision-making in the cannabis industry.

Features

• Comprehensive Review Extraction: Scrapes full review details including ratings, text, dates, and reviewer information from Weedmaps dispensaries.
• High Reliability: Utilizes CheerioCrawler for fast, efficient scraping with built-in error handling to ensure data accuracy.
• Proxy Support: Integrates Apify Proxy for residential IPs, helping bypass geo-restrictions and avoid IP bans.
• Customizable Inputs: Accepts multiple start URLs for batch processing of dispensaries.
• Structured Output: Delivers clean, JSON-formatted data ready for analysis or export.
• Scalable Performance: Handles large volumes of reviews without performance degradation.
• Easy Integration: Outputs data in formats compatible with Excel, CSV, or JSON for seamless workflow integration.

Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Description	Example
startUrls	array	Yes	An array of URLs pointing to Weedmaps dispensary pages from which to scrape reviews. Each URL should be a valid dispensary listing.	[{"url": "https://weedmaps.com/dispensaries/green-point-wellness-baltimore"}]
proxyConfiguration	object	No	Configuration for proxy servers to mask the scraper's origin and avoid detection. Defaults to Apify Proxy with residential groups.	{"useApifyProxy": true, "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]}

Example Usage

To run the Actor, provide input in JSON format. Here's an example:

{
  "startUrls": [
    {
      "url": "https://weedmaps.com/dispensaries/green-point-wellness-baltimore"
    }
  ],
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]
  }
}

Example output (simulated based on typical review data):

[
  {
    "dispensaryName": "Green Point Wellness",
    "reviewerName": "John Doe",
    "rating": 5,
    "reviewText": "Great selection and friendly staff!",
    "reviewDate": "2023-10-15",
    "verified": true
  },
  {
    "dispensaryName": "Green Point Wellness",
    "reviewerName": "Jane Smith",
    "rating": 4,
    "reviewText": "Good prices, but long wait times.",
    "reviewDate": "2023-09-20",
    "verified": false
  }
]

Use Cases

• Market Research: Analyze customer sentiment across multiple dispensaries to identify trends in the cannabis market.
• Competitive Intelligence: Compare reviews and ratings of competitors to refine business strategies.
• Price Monitoring: Track feedback on pricing and product availability for dynamic pricing adjustments.
• Content Aggregation: Collect reviews for content creation, such as blog posts or reports on dispensary quality.
• Academic Research: Gather data for studies on consumer behavior in the cannabis industry.
• Business Automation: Automate review monitoring for alerts on negative feedback or emerging issues.

Installation and Usage

1. Search for "Weepmap Dispensary Reviews 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 single review. Key fields include:

• dispensaryName: The name of the dispensary.
• reviewerName: The name of the reviewer.
• rating: A numerical rating (e.g., 1-5 stars).
• reviewText: The full text of the review.
• reviewDate: The date the review was posted.
• verified: A boolean indicating if the review is verified.

Data is structured for easy parsing and integration into databases or analytics tools.

Support

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

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

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PART 2: Concise Description

Unlock valuable insights from Weedmaps dispensary reviews with this efficient scraper. Extract ratings, feedback, and customer data effortlessly for market analysis and competitive edge. Key features include proxy support for reliable scraping, customizable URLs for batch processing, and structured JSON outputs. Perfect for researchers, businesses, and analysts tracking cannabis industry trends. Start scraping today on Apify! (148 words)