🚀 Google Play Store Scraper

Extract comprehensive app data from the Google Play Store with ease. This powerful tool collects detailed information about Android applications, including ratings, reviews, download counts, developer details, screenshots, and much more. Whether you're conducting market research, competitive analysis, or building app databases, this tool delivers accurate, structured data in minutes.

Designed for business analysts, app developers, market researchers, and digital marketers who need reliable Google Play Store data without technical complexity. Get instant access to over 40 data fields per app, including user reviews, similar app recommendations, and complete developer information.

✨ What Does It Do

This tool extracts valuable business intelligence from the Google Play Store:

• App Performance Metrics - Collect ratings (1-5 scale), total number of ratings and reviews, detailed ratings breakdown by star count, and download counts to evaluate app popularity and user satisfaction
• Developer Information - Extract developer name, unique developer ID, contact email, website URL, physical address, and privacy policy links for comprehensive vendor research
• App Details - Gather app name, package ID, category, content rating, version number, release date, last update date, and minimum Android version requirements
• Monetization Details - Identify free vs paid apps, exact costs with currency codes, in-app purchase availability, price ranges for purchases, and ad presence indicators
• Visual Assets - Download app icons, header images, screenshot URLs, promotional video links, and video thumbnails for marketing analysis
• User Reviews - Access up to 20 most recent user reviews with author names, ratings, review text, dates, helpfulness counts, app versions, and developer responses
• Similar Apps - Discover related and competing applications with their package IDs, names, developers, ratings, and costs for competitive intelligence
• Localized Data - Configure language and country settings to collect region-specific pricing, availability, and content

Perfect for tracking app trends, monitoring competitors, building app directories, conducting market research, and analyzing user sentiment across the Android ecosystem.

🎬 Demo Video

Coming soon! Check back for a video walkthrough showing how to extract Google Play Store data in under 2 minutes.

🔧 Input

Configure your data collection with these simple options:

Search Options

Choose one method to find apps:

• Search Query - Enter keywords to find apps (e.g., "instagram", "fitness tracker", "photo editor"). The tool will search the Google Play Store and return matching apps up to your specified limit.
• Package IDs - Provide specific app package IDs to collect detailed data (e.g., "com.instagram.android", "com.whatsapp"). Find the package ID in the app's Play Store URL.

Basic Settings

• Max Items - Set the maximum number of apps to collect. Start with 10-20 for testing. Free users are limited to 100 items per run.

Localization

• Language - Select language code for app content (e.g., "en" for English, "es" for Spanish, "de" for German, "ja" for Japanese). Default is "en".
• Country - Choose country code for regional app costs and availability (e.g., "us", "gb", "de", "jp"). Default is "us".

Output Options

• Include Reviews - Toggle to include up to 20 most recent user reviews for each app. Enabled by default.
• Include Similar Apps - Toggle to include related app recommendations. Enabled by default.

Example Input:

{
  "searchQuery": "instagram",
  "maxItems": 5,
  "language": "en",
  "country": "us",
  "includeReviews": true,
  "includeSimilarApps": true
}

Or to collect specific apps:

{
  "packageIds": [
    "com.instagram.android",
    "com.facebook.katana",
    "com.twitter.android"
  ],
  "language": "en",
  "country": "us",
  "includeReviews": true,
  "includeSimilarApps": true
}

📊 Output

The tool delivers structured JSON data with over 40 fields per app. All data is also available in CSV and Excel formats for easy analysis.

Sample Output:

{
  "packageId": "com.instagram.android",
  "appName": "Instagram",
  "developerName": "Instagram",
  "developerId": "Instagram",
  "developerUrl": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/dev?id=5722883569118157516",
  "developerEmail": "android-support@instagram.com",
  "developerWebsite": "https://www.instagram.com",
  "developerAddress": "1601 Willow Rd, Menlo Park, CA 94025",
  "privacyPolicyUrl": "https://www.instagram.com/legal/privacy/",
  "rating": 4.4,
  "ratingText": "4.4",
  "totalRatings": 125000000,
  "totalReviews": 45000000,
  "ratingsBreakdown": {
    "oneStar": 8500000,
    "twoStar": 5200000,
    "threeStar": 12000000,
    "fourStar": 28000000,
    "fiveStar": 71300000
  },
  "downloads": "5,000,000,000+",
  "downloadsExact": 5000000000,
  "downloadsShort": "5B+",
  "releaseDate": "Sep 15, 2010",
  "lastUpdated": "Jan 15, 2026",
  "version": "320.0.0.34.112",
  "androidVersion": "7.0 and up",
  "contentRating": "Teen",
  "category": "Social",
  "categoryId": "SOCIAL",
  "isFree": true,
  "price": "Free",
  "currency": "USD",
  "containsAds": false,
  "hasInAppPurchases": false,
  "inAppPurchaseRange": null,
  "description": "Create and share photos, stories, and reels with the people who matter most...",
  "shortDescription": "Create & share photos, stories, and reels with friends",
  "whatsNew": "Bug fixes and performance improvements",
  "iconUrl": "https://play-lh.googleusercontent.com/VRMWkE5p3CkWhJs6nv-9K...",
  "headerImageUrl": "https://play-lh.googleusercontent.com/ZOc95BQEK...",
  "screenshotUrls": [
    "https://play-lh.googleusercontent.com/screenshot1.png",
    "https://play-lh.googleusercontent.com/screenshot2.png"
  ],
  "videoUrl": "https://www.youtube.com/embed/videoid",
  "videoThumbnailUrl": "https://i.ytimg.com/vi/videoid/hqdefault.jpg",
  "similarApps": [
    {
      "packageId": "com.facebook.katana",
      "appName": "Facebook",
      "developerName": "Meta Platforms, Inc.",
      "rating": 3.9,
      "iconUrl": "https://play-lh.googleusercontent.com/...",
      "price": "Free",
      "isFree": true
    }
  ],
  "reviews": [
    {
      "reviewId": "gp:AOqpTOH...",
      "authorName": "John Smith",
      "authorAvatar": "https://play-lh.googleusercontent.com/...",
      "rating": 5,
      "text": "Great app for staying connected with friends!",
      "date": "January 10, 2026",
      "thumbsUp": 142,
      "appVersion": "320.0.0.34.112",
      "developerReply": "Thanks for your feedback!",
      "developerReplyDate": "January 11, 2026"
    }
  ],
  "url": "https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.instagram.android",
  "scrapedAt": "2026-02-15T10:30:00.000Z"
}

Key Data Fields Explained:

• packageId - Unique identifier for the app (used in Play Store URLs)
• rating - Average user rating on a 1-5 scale
• totalRatings - Total number of users who rated the app
• ratingsBreakdown - Count of ratings for each star level (1-5 stars)
• downloads - Download count range as displayed on Play Store
• downloadsExact - Approximate numeric download count
• isFree - Boolean indicating if the app is free to download
• containsAds - Whether the app displays advertisements
• hasInAppPurchases - Whether the app offers in-app purchases
• reviews - Array of recent user reviews with ratings, text, and developer responses
• similarApps - List of related apps recommended by Google Play

Export Formats:

Download your data in multiple formats:

• JSON - Complete structured data with all fields
• CSV - Spreadsheet-friendly format for analysis in Excel
• Excel - Direct Excel file download with formatted columns

💎 Why Choose the Google Play Store Scraper?

No Technical Skills Required

Simply enter your search terms or app package IDs and click run. The tool handles all the complexity of navigating the Google Play Store, extracting data, and formatting results. No coding, no browser automation, no infrastructure setup.

Comprehensive Data Coverage

Get over 40 data fields per app, including metrics not easily visible in the standard Play Store interface. Access detailed ratings breakdowns, complete developer contact information, all screenshots and media assets, and recent user reviews with developer responses.

Accurate & Reliable

Our tool uses proven data extraction methods to ensure accuracy. The data is collected directly from Google Play Store pages and validated before delivery. Get the same information visible to users, structured for analysis.

Fast Results

Collect data for hundreds of apps in minutes instead of hours of manual research. Spend your time analyzing insights, not copying and pasting information.

Flexible Search Options

Search by keywords to discover apps in any category, or provide specific package IDs to monitor known competitors. Perfect for both discovery and tracking.

Localized Data

Configure language and country settings to collect region-specific information. Essential for international market research and understanding regional app availability and pricing.

Regular Updates

Run the tool on a schedule to track changes in ratings, reviews, download counts, and app updates over time. Build historical datasets for trend analysis.

📋 How to Use

Step 1: Sign Up

Create a free account with $5 credit to get started. No credit card required for the trial.

Step 2: Find the Actor

Navigate to the Google Play Store Scraper in the Apify Console or visit the actor page directly.

Step 3: Configure Your Input

Choose your collection method:

• Enter search keywords to find apps (e.g., "fitness tracker", "photo editor")
• Or provide specific app package IDs for targeted data collection

Set your maximum items (start with 5-10 for testing), select language and country if needed, and choose whether to include reviews and similar apps.

Step 4: Run the Actor

Click the "Start" button and watch as the tool collects your data. Processing time depends on the number of apps and whether you're including reviews (typically 1-5 minutes for 10-20 apps).

Step 5: Download Your Data

Once complete, download your results in JSON, CSV, or Excel format. Use the data in your spreadsheets, databases, or business intelligence tools.

No Technical Skills Required. If you can use a search engine, you can use this tool.

🎯 Business Use Cases

App Market Researchers

Conduct comprehensive market analysis across app categories:

• Track top-performing apps by category, downloads, and ratings
• Analyze user sentiment through review text and rating distributions
• Monitor app update frequency and feature evolution
• Compare monetization strategies (free vs paid, ads, in-app purchases)

Competitive Intelligence Analysts

Stay ahead of the competition with regular monitoring:

• Track competitor app ratings and review counts over time
• Analyze user complaints and feature requests in reviews
• Monitor pricing changes and promotional strategies
• Discover similar apps recommended by Google's algorithm

Business Development Teams

Identify partnership and acquisition opportunities:

• Build databases of apps in specific niches or categories
• Extract developer contact information for outreach
• Evaluate app popularity and user engagement metrics
• Research market gaps and underserved categories

Digital Marketing Professionals

Optimize app store presence and strategy:

• Benchmark your app performance against competitors
• Analyze successful app descriptions and visual assets
• Track download growth and user sentiment trends
• Identify keyword opportunities from top-ranking apps

Investment Analysts

Evaluate mobile app businesses and market trends:

• Assess app portfolio performance across metrics
• Track download growth as a business health indicator
• Analyze user satisfaction through ratings and reviews
• Research emerging app categories and trends

❓ FAQ

How does the Google Play Store Scraper work?

The tool automates data collection from publicly available Google Play Store pages. Simply enter your search terms or specific app package IDs, and the tool extracts all visible app information including ratings, reviews, developer details, and more. The data is then formatted into clean, structured JSON, CSV, or Excel files ready for analysis. No technical knowledge required - just enter your parameters and download the results.

Can I collect data for any app on Google Play Store?

Yes, you can collect data for any publicly listed app on the Google Play Store. Use the search function to discover apps by keyword, or provide specific package IDs if you know exactly which apps you need. The tool collects all publicly visible information including ratings, reviews, download counts, developer details, screenshots, and similar app recommendations.

How accurate is the data?

The data is collected directly from Google Play Store pages and reflects what is publicly visible to users at the time of collection. This includes official metrics like ratings, download counts, developer information, and user reviews. The tool extracts data exactly as it appears on the Play Store, ensuring accuracy and reliability for your business decisions.

Can I schedule regular data collection runs?

Yes, you can set up scheduled runs to automatically collect Google Play Store data at regular intervals (daily, weekly, monthly). This is perfect for tracking competitor app performance over time, monitoring rating changes, collecting new reviews, or building historical datasets for trend analysis. Configure schedules in the Apify Console after your first successful run.

What if I need more than 100 apps?

Free accounts are limited to 100 items per run. For larger data collection needs, upgrade to a paid plan which offers higher limits and additional features. Paid plans are usage-based, so you only pay for what you collect. Contact us for volume pricing if you need to collect thousands of apps regularly.

Can I collect reviews in different languages?

Yes, use the language parameter to specify which language version of the app page to collect. For example, set language to "es" for Spanish, "de" for German, "ja" for Japanese, etc. This will collect reviews and app descriptions in that language. You can also set the country parameter to get region-specific pricing and availability information.

What if I need help or have a custom requirement?

Check this FAQ section first for common questions. For additional support, visit our support page or contact us directly. We also offer custom data collection solutions for unique business needs, such as collecting specific data fields, integrating with your systems, or processing large-scale datasets. Contact us to discuss your requirements.

🔗 Integrate Google Play Store Scraper with any app

Connect your Google Play Store data with thousands of other applications and services:

• Make - Automate workflows and connect to 1000+ apps without coding
• Zapier - Connect 5000+ apps and automate data workflows
• GitHub - Version control integration for data pipelines
• Slack - Get notifications when data collection completes
• Airbyte - Data pipelines for warehouses and analytics platforms
• Google Drive - Export to spreadsheets automatically

Use webhooks for event-driven automation. Trigger actions in your applications when data collection completes, automatically process results, or integrate Play Store data into your existing business intelligence workflows.

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🆘 Need Help?

Check the FAQ section above for answers to common questions. For additional support, visit our support page in the Apify Console or contact us directly.

We also offer custom data collection solutions tailored to your specific business needs, including custom data fields, integration with your systems, scheduled collection at scale, and dedicated support.

📞 Contact

Contact us to request a new scraper, propose a custom data project, or report a technical issue with this actor at https://tally.so/r/BzdKgA

⚠️ Disclaimer

This Actor is an independent tool and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Google, Google Play Store, or any of its subsidiaries. All trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.