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Templates are prebuilt Octoparse tasks for common websites and data collection scenarios. They help you start faster by providing a ready-made workflow, field structure, and extraction setup. Use a template when you want to collect data from a supported website without building the task from scratch.

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What templates include

A template may include:
  • Target website logic
  • Predefined fields
  • Pagination or list extraction settings
  • Detail page extraction logic
  • Built-in workflow actions
  • Export-ready data structure
The exact fields and workflow depend on the template and website.

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When to use a template

Templates are useful when:
Use caseWhy templates help
You need data from a common websiteThe extraction workflow may already be configured
You want a faster setup pathYou can start from a prebuilt task instead of selecting every field manually
The data structure is standardTemplates often provide common fields such as title, price, URL, rating, or contact information
You want to test feasibility quicklyRunning a template helps confirm whether the website can be collected with minimal setup

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Template workflow

1

Find a template

Search for a website, platform, or data type in the template library.
2

Review the available fields

Check whether the template captures the fields you need.
3

Configure required inputs

Some templates require URLs, keywords, categories, locations, or other parameters.
4

Run a sample

Test the template output before using it for a larger extraction job.
5

Export the data

Download results or send them to a connected destination.
Octoparse offers hundreds of templates across 15 categories, covering common data collection scenarios:
CategoryTop sitesTypical use cases
E-CommerceAmazon, eBay, EtsyMonitor competitor pricing, track product availability, and compare listings across major marketplaces
Social MediaTwitter, TikTok, YouTubeAnalyze public discussions, track trending topics, and gather audience engagement data
Lead GenerationGoogle Maps, LinkedInBuild prospect lists by collecting public contact information from websites and directories
MapsGoogle Maps, Bing MapsResearch local businesses, compare service coverage, and collect location-based insights
JobsLinkedIn, Indeed, GlassdoorTrack hiring trends, benchmark compensation, and monitor job market activity
Real Estate & TravelZillow, Airbnb, Booking.comCompare property values, analyze rental markets, and research accommodation options
ReviewsGoogle Play, TripAdvisorAggregate customer feedback, monitor brand reputation, and benchmark satisfaction scores

Browse all templates

Search by website, category, or data type in the full template library.

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When to customize instead

A template may not be enough if:
  • The website page structure has changed
  • You need fields the template does not include
  • The website requires a special login or interaction flow
  • You need custom cleanup or derived fields
  • You want to combine multiple extraction paths
In those cases, use Auto-detect or the no-code builder to create or adjust the task.
Templates are a starting point. Always test output quality before using template results in production workflows.

Auto-detect

Generate a starting workflow from a page automatically.

No-code builder

Build or customize extraction workflows visually.