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apify-ultimate-scraper

Select the best Apify Actor and extract web data as JSON or CSV.

2.3k|249|Updated Jan 7, 2026
Search Tags:#lead generation#scraping#automate#multiplatform#actor#APIFY#brand monitoring
One-click install
npx skills add https://github.com/apify/agent-skills --skill apify-ultimate-scraper
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: apify-ultimate-scraper
Source: https://github.com/apify/agent-skills/tree/main/skills/apify-ultimate-scraper
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/apify/agent-skills --skill apify-ultimate-scraper

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) and references (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

This Skill eliminates the repetitive, platform-specific scraping setup by automatically selecting the best Apify Actor for your data extraction task, enabling fast, scalable data collection across dozens of platforms.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Auto Actor selection: Chooses the most suitable Actor for platforms like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Google Maps, Google Search, Google Trends, Booking.com, and TripAdvisor.
  • Unified workflow: Orchestrates input, runs, and output in JSON or CSV, supporting lead generation, brand monitoring, influencer discovery, trend research, and competitor analysis.
  • Quick optimization: Adapts to input goals (location, keywords, constraints) and returns structured data ready for analysis or dashboards.

Quick Start

Use the skill to pick the right Actor and run a search such as "coffee shops in Seattle" to generate a dataset that can be exported as JSON or CSV.

Frequently Asked Questions about apify-ultimate-scraper

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I automate web scraping across multiple platforms without manual setup?▼

Automate cross-platform web scraping by using a built-in Actor chooser that automatically selects the most suitable Apify Actor for your specific data extraction task. This minimizes setup requirements by matching your input goals to the correct platform scraper, returning structured data immediately.

Can I extract lead generation data from Instagram and TikTok in the same workflow?▼

Yes, you can extract lead generation data from Instagram and TikTok in the same unified workflow. The skill supports multiplatform data extraction across social networks like Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and YouTube, automatically orchestrating the input and run phases for each platform.

What is the best way to scrape Google Maps for local business data like coffee shops?▼

The best way to scrape Google Maps for local business data is to provide a natural language query like "coffee shops in Seattle" to the Actor chooser. It automatically selects the appropriate Google Maps Actor, applies your location and keyword constraints, and returns structured data.

Does this scraping tool export data in JSON or CSV format?▼

Yes, this scraping tool exports data in both JSON and CSV formats. After the selected Actor completes its run, the unified workflow orchestrates the output into your chosen format, providing structured datasets ready for immediate analysis or dashboard integration.

When do I need an automated Actor chooser for brand monitoring?▼

You need an automated Actor chooser for brand monitoring when extracting data across multiple platforms like TikTok, YouTube, and TripAdvisor. It eliminates repetitive, platform-specific scraping setup by automatically matching your monitoring goals to the correct Actor, streamlining data collection.

What platforms are supported for competitive analysis and trend research?▼

Supported platforms for competitive analysis and trend research include Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, YouTube, Google Maps, Google Search, Google Trends, Booking.com, and TripAdvisor. The skill selects the most suitable Actor from this multiplatform list to extract relevant data.

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