What does GoDaddy Auctions Scraper do?

It's a tool that allows you to extract data from domain auction listings on godaddy.com. GoDaddy has a large number of people trying to buy and sell domain names with various levels of experience, and it's a great way to acquire information if you're trying to acquire or sell domains.

What GoDaddy auctions data you can extract?

With this GoDaddy Auctions Scraper, you will be able to extract the following data from auctions and bulk auctions on godaddy.com:

Why extract data from GoDaddy Auctions?

GoDaddy Auctions is a popular platform for buying and selling domain names. By scraping data from GoDaddy Auctions, you can:

• Find exclusive, soon-to-expire domain names. ✨
• Increase your chance of success with traffic and bidding data. 📈
• Monitor the domain market for trends and opportunities. 📊

How to scrape GoDaddy Auctions

Prospective buyers and sellers have a clear buying or selling mission and often visit auction sites to scope auctions or learn about domain availability, starting prices, and auction duration. So here are the simple steps to start your GoDaddy Auctions Scraper journey:

1. Create a free Apify account.
2. Open GoDaddy Auction Scraper.
3. Insert keywords or filters to get the data you need.
4. Click "Start" and wait for the data to be extracted.
5. Download your data in JSON, XML, CSV, Excel, or HTML.

Input

The input for GoDaddy Auctions Scraper should be the query you want to search for.

You can see all other supported settings in the Input section of the Apify Store.

Example input

1{
2  "query": "flex",
3  "maxItems": 1
4}

Output sample

The output for the example input above would be:

1{
2  "id": 418998373,
3  "domain": "flexislim.com",
4  "auctionEndTime": "2024-09-17 16:02:00",
5  "auctionPrice": 2999,
6  "monthlyTraffic": 0,
7  "bids": 0,
8  "backlinksCount": 0
9}

How many results can you scrape with GoDaddy Auctions scraper?

GoDaddy Auctions scraper can return thousands of results on average. However, you have to keep in mind that scraping auctions data exhibits unpredictable behaviors and may vary case by case. There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. The maximum number of results may depend on the complexity of the input, location, and other factors.

Therefore, while we regularly run Actor tests to keep the benchmarks in check, the results may also fluctuate without our knowing. The best way to know for sure for your particular use case is to do a test run yourself.

How much will scraping GoDaddy Auctions cost you?

When it comes to scraping, it can be challenging to estimate the resources needed to extract data as use cases may vary significantly. That's why the best course of action is to run a test scrape with a small sample of input data and limited output. You’ll get your price per scrape, which you’ll then multiply by the number of scrapes you intend to do.

Check out the video below for a few helpful tips. And don't forget that choosing a higher plan will save you money in the long run.

Tips for scraping GoDaddy Auctions

1. Start small: If you're new to scraping GoDaddy Auctions, start with a few domains or a short timeframe. This approach will help you understand the data and frequency of auctions without overwhelming you.

2. Use the data: Once you've extracted the auction information, put that data to good use! Monitor upcoming auctions to identify potential investment opportunities or track finished auctions to inform your domain acquisition strategies.

3. Avoid over-scraping: While it might be tempting to scrape every auction in real-time, understand that there are limits to how much data GoDaddy can provide. Give yourself regular breaks between scrapes (e.g., every few hours) to avoid potential throttling or bans.

4. Join forums: Many domain investors share their experiences with GoDaddy Auctions in online forums. Joining these communities can provide valuable insights and tips for successful scraping and auction participation.

5. Combine with other data sources: Consider using data from other domain registrars or auction platforms to complement your GoDaddy data. This approach will give you a more comprehensive view of the domain landscape.

Is it legal to scrape data from GoDaddy Auctions?

Note that personal data is protected by GDPR in the European Union and by other regulations around the world. You should not scrape personal data unless you have a legitimate reason to do so. If you're unsure whether your reason is legitimate, consult your lawyers. We also recommend that you read our blog post: is web scraping legal?

Your feedback

We’re always working on improving the performance of our Actors. So if you’ve got any technical feedback for GoDaddy Auctions Scraper or simply found a bug, please create an issue on the Actor’s issues tab in Apify Console.

Want something custom-built?

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