Octoparse Web Scraping Blog
Articles about web scraping, data extraction, web scraping tools, data analysis, big data, and related topics.
Is There Such a Thing as a Free Octoparse Web Scraper?
Ansel Barrett Yes, Octoparse web scraper is free to start: MCP connector, desktop plan and free templates included. Here's exactly what you get at zero cost.
2026-05-18T20:47:35+00:00 · 5 min read
How OptiGroup Uses Web Data to Drive Competitive Pricing Across 50 Companies
Abigail Jones OptiGroup, a European B2B holding company, uses web scraping to transition from "gut feeling" guesswork to a data-driven pricing strategy, helping its portfolio companies optimize margins and market confidence.
2026-05-18T18:32:43+00:00 · 5 min read
How to Scrape Google AI Overviews: 4 Methods Compared (No-Code & API)
Abigail Jones Extract AI Overview text, cited sources, and URLs from Google search results. Step-by-step guide covering Octoparse template, SERP APIs (Serper, Bright Data, SerpApi), and custom parsers.
2026-05-18T14:02:00+00:00 · 8 min read
Octoparse Customer Support: Your Guide to Getting Help
Abigail Jones Whether you are a beginner on a Free plan or a large corporation using our Enterprise features, we have resources to assist you.
2026-05-12T15:59:32+00:00 · 2 min read
5 Best Bright Data Alternatives in 2026 (Tested & Cheaper)
Abigail Jones Compare the 5 best Bright Data alternatives in 2026: Octoparse, Apify, Firecrawl, Decodo, and Oxylabs. Tested pricing, real benchmarks, no-code to enterprise.
2026-05-09T16:08:19+00:00 · 8 min read
How to Find Trending Sounds on TikTok Before Everyone Else
Nitin Sharma A practical guide to finding viral TikTok sounds using analytics tools, scraping workflows, and real creator strategies.
2026-05-07T19:12:30+00:00 · 10 min read
What Are Anonymous Proxies and Why Use Them for Scraping
Lazar Gugleta Understand what anonymous proxies are and their various levels of anonymity, as they serve as vital tools that help web scrapers bypass IP bans, CAPTCHA protection, and rate limit restrictions.
2026-05-03T09:00:00+00:00 · 5 min read
How to Scrape Data from a Website: From No-Code to Python (2026)
Ansel Barrett Learn how to scrape data from a website using no-code tools, Python, and browser extensions. Step-by-step guide covering 3 Octoparse methods, Python tutorials, and real examples. Start collecting data in minutes.
2026-04-30T15:10:10+00:00 · 6 min read
We Tested 12 Free Web Scrapers in 2026：Here’s What Each Free Tier Actually Gets You
Ansel Barrett Tired of scrapers that aren't really free? We tested 12 free web scraping tools and listed exactly what each free tier gives you: no vague limits, no hidden walls. Find your fit in 2 minutes.
2026-04-24T22:16:15+00:00 · 8 min read
Google Image Scraper: 5 Best Tools to Extract Images in 2026 (No-Code & Python)
Abigail Jones A Google image scraper extracts image URLs, alt text, and metadata from Google Images in bulk. Compare five tools, both no-code and Python, with step-by-step setup guides.
2026-04-23T17:50:45+00:00 · 8 min read
Apollo Email Finder: What It Is, How It Works, and When You Need an Alternative (2026)
Abigail Jones Apollo Email Finder gives you 270M+ B2B contacts with 65+ filters. See how it works, what the free plan actually includes in 2026, and when Octoparse fills the gaps.
2026-04-20T18:10:11+00:00 · 6 min read
7 Best Browse AI Alternatives in 2026 (No-Code to Developer-Ready)
Lazar Gugleta Looking for a Browse AI alternative? We compared 7 tools: Octoparse, Apify, ParseHub, and more on pricing, anti-bot capability, and volume. Find your fit.
2026-04-16T19:26:04+00:00 · 8 min read
