🚀 NY Business Entity Scraper

Find comprehensive business entity data from the New York State Department of State public database. This tool collects detailed information on businesses registered in New York (from domestic corporations and LLCs to foreign entities) with no authentication or proxy needed.

Whether you're researching competitor companies, verifying business registrations, building business intelligence datasets, or conducting market analysis, this scraper provides instant access to official NY DOS records including entity status, filing dates, officer information, and registered agent details.

✨ What Does It Do

This tool collects verified business data from the NY DOS public database to support your business research and market analysis:

• Business Identifiers: DOS ID and entity name for precise business identification and verification
• Legal Status: Current status (Active, Inactive, Dissolved, Revoked, Annulled) to determine if a business is operating
• Geographic Data: County and jurisdiction with full principal office address for locating businesses and understanding market distribution
• Filing Information: Date filed and effective date to track business formation timeline and identify new market entries
• Officer Details: Chief officer name and registered agent contact information for corporate structure research
• Direct Links: Official NY DOS public inquiry links for each entity to verify information independently
• Data Verification: Timestamp showing when the data was collected for tracking data freshness

🎬 Demo Video

Demo video coming soon.

🔧 Input

The tool accepts several search and filter options to narrow down results:

Search Options:

• Entity Name: Search by business name using prefix matching (example: searching "APPLE" finds all entities starting with that name). Find potential clients, competitors, or business partners in the NY market.
• DOS ID: Search by the specific DOS Corporation ID number for precise entity lookup. Verify a specific business registration quickly.
• Max Items: Set how many results to return from your search. Retrieve 10 results for a quick search, or thousands for comprehensive market analysis.

Filter Options:

• Entity Type: Filter by business structure type (DOMESTIC BUSINESS CORPORATION, FOREIGN BUSINESS CORPORATION, DOMESTIC LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, FOREIGN LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, etc.). Find only the business types relevant to your research.
• County: Filter by NY county where the principal office is located (NEW YORK, KINGS, QUEENS, BRONX, RICHMOND, NASSAU, SUFFOLK, etc.). Target specific geographic markets or regions.
• Status: Filter by entity status (Active, Discontinued, Annulled, Revoked, Dissolved). Find only operating businesses or research historical data.
• Date Range: Filter entities by filing date using "Date Filed From" and "Date Filed To" (use YYYY-MM-DD format). Track new business formations or historical registrations.

Example Input:

{
  "searchName": "APPLE",
  "maxItems": 10,
  "county": "NEW YORK",
  "status": "Active"
}

Or search by DOS ID for a specific entity:

{
  "dosId": "3494",
  "maxItems": 1
}

📊 Output

The tool returns detailed business entity records with complete contact and filing information:

{
  "dosId": "3494",
  "entityName": "APPLETON & COX, INC.",
  "entityType": "FOREIGN BUSINESS CORPORATION",
  "status": "Inactive",
  "county": "New York",
  "jurisdiction": "DE",
  "fictName": "",
  "dateFiled": "2019-01-28",
  "effectiveDate": "2019-01-28",
  "documentType": "CERTIFICATE OF CHANGE (BY AGENT)",
  "principalOfficeName": "C T CORPORATION SYSTEM",
  "principalOfficeAddr1": "28 LIBERTY ST.",
  "principalOfficeCity": "NEW YORK",
  "principalOfficeState": "NY",
  "principalOfficeZip": "10005",
  "registeredAgentName": "C T CORPORATION SYSTEM",
  "registeredAgentAddr1": "28 LIBERTY ST.",
  "registeredAgentCity": "NEW YORK",
  "registeredAgentState": "NY",
  "registeredAgentZip": "10005",
  "chiefOfficerName": "",
  "url": "https://apps.dos.ny.gov/publicInquiry/#DOS-3494",
  "scrapedAt": "2026-02-23T09:03:09.236Z"
}

Each record includes the entity's DOS ID, current legal status, principal office location, registered agent contact information, filing dates, and a direct link to the official NY DOS public inquiry page. Download results in JSON, CSV, or Excel format.

💎 Why Choose the NY Business Entity Scraper?

Official Government Data: Access verified records directly from the New York State Department of State public database with no intermediaries.

No Setup Required: Start searching immediately without complex configuration or special account setup. Just enter your search criteria and get results.

Comprehensive Filtering: Find exactly what you need with powerful search options: search by name, DOS ID, entity type, county, status, or filing date range to narrow results precisely.

Complete Contact Information: Get principal office addresses, registered agent details, and officer names all in one place for comprehensive business research.

Fast Results: Get results in seconds. Search for hundreds of entities quickly to support market analysis and research projects.

Direct Links: Every record includes a link to the official NY DOS inquiry page for further verification and confidence in your data.

Multiple Export Formats: Download your data as JSON, CSV, or Excel spreadsheets for use in databases, spreadsheet applications, and business intelligence tools.

📋 How to Use

1. Sign Up: Create a free account with $5 credit

2. Find the Tool: Search for "NY Business Entity Scraper" in the Apify catalog or visit the ParseForge store.

3. Set Your Search: Enter your search parameters:

• Business name (or DOS ID for specific entity lookup)
• Any filters you need (entity type, county, status, date range)
• Maximum number of results

4. Run: Click the Start button and wait for results (typically seconds).

5. Download: Export your data in JSON, CSV, or Excel format for use in spreadsheets, databases, or analysis tools.

No technical skills required. The interface guides you through each step.

🎯 Business Use Cases

Sales Teams: Build targeted prospect lists by finding all active corporations in specific NY counties. Filter by entity type and filing date to identify new business registrations in your industry.

Market Researchers: Conduct competitive analysis by searching for all entities with similar names or in the same industry sector. Track competitor company structures, officer changes, and registration status.

Compliance Officers: Verify business legitimacy and legal status before entering partnerships or contracts. Check registered agent information and filing history for due diligence.

Real Estate Professionals: Identify property-owning entities by searching for LLCs and corporations in specific NY counties. Gather principal office addresses for outreach and contact information.

Business Analysts: Monitor industry growth by tracking new business registrations over time. Filter by filing date ranges and entity type to identify market trends in specific regions.

❓ FAQ

How does it work? The tool searches the New York State Department of State public database for business entity records. It doesn't require special permissions or authentication; it accesses the same public records anyone can find through the official NY DOS website, but much faster and in bulk. You set your search criteria, and the tool returns matching business entities with complete details in seconds.

How accurate is the data? The data comes directly from the official NY State Department of State database, so it's as current and accurate as the government's records. The tool collects and organizes this public information for you. Filing and status information is updated by NY DOS when businesses submit documents, and the tool retrieves the latest version each time you search.

Can I search for inactive or dissolved businesses? Yes. You can filter by status to find Active entities, or search across any status including Inactive, Dissolved, Revoked, and Annulled. This is useful for researching historical business data or verifying that a company is no longer operating.

How many results can I get at once? You can retrieve up to 1,000,000 results per search. Larger searches may take longer depending on how specific your search criteria are, but the tool handles bulk requests efficiently.

Can I schedule regular searches? Yes. Once you set up a search configuration, you can use Apify's scheduling feature to run the same search on a regular basis (daily, weekly, or monthly) and automatically download fresh results. This keeps your business database current.

What if I need help? Check the FAQ section, read the input descriptions for guidance on search options, or contact the ParseForge support team. We also offer custom solutions for specialized business intelligence projects.

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🆘 Need Help?

Check the FAQ above for common questions about search, filtering, and data accuracy.

Visit our support page for detailed documentation on integrations and advanced features.

Contact us for custom solutions if you need specialized queries or want to combine this data with other sources for comprehensive business intelligence projects.

📞 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 the New York State Department of State or any of its subsidiaries. All trademarks mentioned are the property of their respective owners.