AppSumo Software Deals Scraper

Extract and collect AppSumo software deal data in a fast, reliable, automated workflow. Build structured datasets for market research, pricing analysis, competitor tracking, and lead generation. This actor gathers deal listings with key commercial fields so you can monitor opportunities at scale.

Features

• Automated Deal Collection — Gather AppSumo software listings in a single run.
• Rich Commercial Fields — Collect pricing, discounts, ratings, review counts, and categories.
• Pagination Support — Continue across result pages to reach your target volume.
• Flexible Inputs — Search by keyword, category, or provide your own AppSumo URL.
• Structured Output — Receive clean dataset items ready for filtering and analysis.
• Proxy Support — Configure residential proxies for stronger reliability at higher volumes.

Use Cases

Competitor Monitoring

Track software offers and pricing trends across AppSumo listings. Compare deal positioning and discount strategies over time.

Market Research

Build a dataset of active software deals for niche discovery and validation. Identify high-demand categories by volume and engagement signals.

Pricing Intelligence

Analyze current vs original pricing to evaluate discount depth. Use this data to benchmark promotional strategy and offer quality.

Lead and Outreach Prospecting

Collect deal pages and product names to support outbound campaigns. Create targeted lists by category, pricing range, or rating profile.

Content and Newsletter Research

Find trending tools and offers for editorial planning. Generate data-backed roundups for communities, newsletters, and media channels.

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Input Parameters

Parameter	Type	Required	Default	Description
startUrl	String	No	—	A specific AppSumo URL to start from.
keyword	String	No	"AI"	Search keyword used to find matching software deals.
category	String	No	—	Category filter for narrowing results.
results_wanted	Integer	No	20	Maximum number of deals to collect.
max_pages	Integer	No	20	Safety cap for how many listing pages to process.
proxyConfiguration	Object	No	Residential Apify Proxy	Proxy settings for stronger run stability.

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Output Data

Each dataset item contains:

Field	Type	Description
deal_id	Number	Unique deal identifier.
slug	String	Deal slug for URL-friendly reference.
title	String	Software deal title.
price	Number	Current deal price.
original_price	Number	Original list price before discount.
discount_percent	Number	Calculated discount percentage.
description_text	String	Short listing description text.
image_url	String	Main deal image URL.
categories	Array	Category labels associated with the deal.
rating	Number	Average rating value when available.
review_count	Number	Number of reviews when available.
url	String	AppSumo deal URL.
_source	String	Source label for traceability.

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Usage Examples

Basic Extraction

Collect the first 50 software deals:

{
  "results_wanted": 50,
  "max_pages": 5
}

Keyword-Based Collection

Find AI-related deals:

{
  "keyword": "AI",
  "results_wanted": 100,
  "max_pages": 10
}

Category-Focused Collection

Collect deals from a specific category:

{
  "category": "productivity",
  "results_wanted": 80,
  "max_pages": 8
}

URL-Based Collection

Start from a custom AppSumo URL:

{
  "startUrl": "https://appsumo.com/software/?search=ai",
  "results_wanted": 100,
  "max_pages": 10
}

Proxy Configuration

Use residential proxies for better reliability:

{
  "keyword": "marketing",
  "results_wanted": 120,
  "max_pages": 12,
  "proxyConfiguration": {
    "useApifyProxy": true,
    "apifyProxyGroups": ["RESIDENTIAL"]
  }
}

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Sample Output

{
  "deal_id": 254366,
  "slug": "flexifunnels",
  "title": "FlexiFunnels",
  "price": 49,
  "original_price": 199,
  "discount_percent": 75,
  "description_text": "Create AI-built landing pages, funnels, and courses that convert.",
  "image_url": "https://appsumo2-cdn.appsumo.com/media/deals/images/flexifunnels.png",
  "categories": ["Software", "Build it yourself", "Web builders"],
  "rating": 4.61,
  "review_count": 64,
  "url": "https://appsumo.com/products/flexifunnels/",
  "_source": "appsumo_api_list"
}

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Tips For Best Results

Start With A Clear Scope

• Use focused keywords like AI, SEO, or email.
• Add category when you need tighter targeting.

Balance Speed And Coverage

• Start with results_wanted between 20 and 100 for quick validation.
• Increase max_pages gradually for larger collections.

Improve Reliability At Scale

• Use residential proxies for larger or repeated runs.
• Schedule runs during lower-traffic hours for smoother throughput.

Keep Data Fresh

• Run on a schedule to monitor new and changing deals.
• Compare snapshots over time for trend analysis.

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Integrations

Connect your dataset with:

• Google Sheets — Build live research trackers.
• Airtable — Create filtered deal databases for teams.
• Looker Studio — Visualize discount and rating trends.
• Slack — Send run notifications and updates.
• Zapier — Trigger downstream automations.
• Make — Build multi-step no-code workflows.
• Webhooks — Push run data to custom systems.

Export Formats

• JSON — Developer-friendly structured data.
• CSV — Spreadsheet-ready format.
• Excel — Reporting and business analysis.
• XML — Compatibility with external systems.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many deals can I collect per run?

You can collect as many as are available, limited by results_wanted, max_pages, and source availability.

Can I filter by keyword and category?

Yes. You can use keyword, category, or a startUrl that already includes your preferred filters.

Does the actor handle pagination automatically?

Yes. It continues through listing pages until your target count or page limit is reached.

Why are some fields empty?

Some deals may not expose all metadata, so fields like ratings or review counts can be missing.

Is proxy configuration required?

Not always. For larger runs and higher reliability, residential proxies are recommended.

How do I keep results up to date?

Use Apify schedules to run at regular intervals and compare datasets over time.

Can I use this data in BI tools?

Yes. Export to JSON, CSV, or Excel and connect to your preferred analytics platform.

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Support

For issues, bug reports, or feature requests, use the Apify Console issue channel for this actor.

Resources

• Apify Documentation
• Apify API Reference
• Apify Schedules

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Legal Notice

This actor is intended for legitimate data collection and analysis. You are responsible for complying with website terms, platform policies, and applicable laws in your jurisdiction. Collect and use data responsibly.