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Facebook Scraper

Scrape Facebook comments, profiles, posts and reels with API.
24 Jan, 2024
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Overview

The Facebook Scraper is an advanced tool designed to extract and organize content from the world's largest social media platform. This powerful scraper offers an efficient method to collect posts, comments, user data, and engagement metrics, providing valuable insights for various industries and applications.

What Does the Facebook Scraper Do?

  • Extracts posts and comments from specified Facebook URLs
  • Gathers comprehensive metadata about users and content
  • Organizes data in a structured, easy-to-use format
  • Provides frequent updates to maintain current information
  • Offers access to engagement metrics and multimedia content

Data Provided by the Facebook Scraper

Data Point Description Example
Post ID Unique identifier for the post 964453929052196
User Information Details about the post author Name, URL, Profile ID
Content Text of the post or comment [Full text content]
Date Posted When the content was published 2024-07-29T00:00:00.000Z
Engagement Metrics Likes, comments, shares, views 443 likes, 183 comments
Hashtags Tags used in the post #abcradiobrisbane
Multimedia Links to images, videos, etc. [Thumbnail URL]
Page Information Details about the Facebook page Followers, verification status

Advantages of Using the Facebook Scraper

  1. Comprehensive Coverage: Access to a vast array of public Facebook content
  2. Time-Efficient: Automates the process of gathering social media data
  3. Detailed Metadata: Provides rich information about posts, users, and engagement
  4. Up-to-Date Information: Offers access to the latest social media trends and discussions
  5. Engagement Analysis: Enables in-depth analysis of social media impact and user interaction
  6. Multimedia Access: Includes links to associated images, videos, and other media

Industries That Can Benefit from the Facebook Scraper

The Facebook Scraper is a valuable asset for various sectors, including:

  • Marketing and Advertising Agencies
  • Brand Management Teams
  • Market Research Firms
  • Public Relations Companies
  • Social Media Analytics Providers
  • Academic Researchers in Social Sciences
  • Journalism and News Organizations
  • Political Campaign Managers
  • Product Development Teams
  • Customer Service Departments

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Facebook Scraper

Description

The Facebook Scraper API allows you to extract various types of information from Facebook, including comments, posts, and reels. This powerful tool enables developers to integrate Facebook data into their applications for social media analysis, content discovery, and more.

How to Use

To use the Facebook Scraper API, you'll need to authenticate your requests using your API key. The API provides several endpoints for retrieving different types of information:

Endpoints

  • POST https://taskagi.net/api/social-media/facebook-scraper/comments - Retrieve comments by post URL
  • POST https://taskagi.net/api/social-media/facebook-scraper/posts-by-profile - Retrieve posts by profile URL
  • POST https://taskagi.net/api/social-media/facebook-scraper/posts-by-group - Retrieve posts by group URL
  • POST https://taskagi.net/api/social-media/facebook-scraper/posts - Retrieve post information by URL
  • POST https://taskagi.net/api/social-media/facebook-scraper/reels-by-profile - Retrieve reels by profile URL

Authentication

Include your API key in the request headers:

Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY

Request Body

The request body should be a JSON object with the following structure:


{
    "url": "https://www.facebook.com/post-or-profile-url"
}

Rate Limiting

Please note that usage is subject to rate limiting. Refer to your plan details for specific limits.

Sample Response

Here's an example of the data you can expect to receive for the posts endpoint:


[
    {
        "input": {
            "url": "https://www.facebook.com/share/p/gep5QPJZNa81fYdu/"
        },
        "url": "https://www.facebook.com/share/p/gep5QPJZNa81fYdu/",
        "post_id": "1018149849668053",
        "user_url": "https://www.facebook.com/chicagobulls",
        "user_username_raw": "Chicago Bulls",
        "content": "OFFICIAL: We have signed Adama Sanogo to a Two-Way contract.",
        "date_posted": "2024-07-06T19:05:27.000Z",
        "hashtags": [],
        "num_comments": 423,
        "num_shares": 133,
        "num_likes_type": [
            {
                "type": "Like",
                "num": 1244
            },
            {
                "type": "Love",
                "num": 159
            },
            // ... other reaction types
        ],
        "profile_id": "100044191428045",
        "page_logo": "https://scontent.ffjr1-5.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-1/212462980_10160041034481614_5926436553100355993_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s200x200&_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=f4b9fd&_nc_ohc=rA74odqUutcQ7kNvgGSJfbM&_nc_ht=scontent.ffjr1-5.fna&_nc_gid=AxecZ1Q78ZtyzlKBYQhCLQr&oh=00_AYBt10IFJCx4OlHtaPWx2lrjgKuKIfj5aYp4o69epgeLeQ&oe=66EBC08D",
        "page_likes": 16000000,
        "page_followers": 16000000,
        "page_is_verified": true,
        "attachments": [
            {
                "id": "1018149819668056",
                "type": "Photo",
                "url": "https://scontent.fhex3-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/449743922_1018149816334723_5191694102170548263_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s640x640&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=127cfc&_nc_ohc=PvTq2kOtlNkQ7kNvgE8IXaZ&_nc_ht=scontent.fhex3-1.fna&oh=00_AYABlBQtCKlgVo5GjewF8GDvY8-dDUaib3GXMHSrJKTXUQ&oe=66EBBB04",
                "video_length": null,
                "source_type": null,
                "attachment_url": null
            }
        ],
        "page_url": "https://www.facebook.com/chicagobulls",
        "header_image": "https://www.facebook.com/photo/?fbid=864835661666140&set=a.811377607011946",
        "avatar_image_url": "https://scontent.fhex3-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-1/212462980_10160041034481614_5926436553100355993_n.jpg?stp=cp0_dst-jpg_s40x40&_nc_cat=1&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=f4b9fd&_nc_ohc=rA74odqUutcQ7kNvgEAolNp&_nc_ht=scontent.fhex3-1.fna&oh=00_AYBfTYtME31VK0tUVKJB7s87_M0u2x08fiT6aBGmhDDs-w&oe=66EBC08D",
        "profile_handle": "chicagobulls",
        "is_sponsored": false,
        "shortcode": "1018149849668053",
        "likes": 1244,
        "post_image": "https://scontent.fhex3-1.fna.fbcdn.net/v/t39.30808-6/449743922_1018149816334723_5191694102170548263_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_s640x640&_nc_cat=100&ccb=1-7&_nc_sid=127cfc&_nc_ohc=PvTq2kOtlNkQ7kNvgE8IXaZ&_nc_ht=scontent.fhex3-1.fna&oh=00_AYABlBQtCKlgVo5GjewF8GDvY8-dDUaib3GXMHSrJKTXUQ&oe=66EBBB04",
        "post_type": "Post",
        "user_handle": "chicagobulls"
    }
]

import requests
import json

# Your API Key
api_key = 'YOUR_API_KEY'

# API Endpoint for post information
url = 'https://taskagi.net/api/social-media/facebook-scraper/posts'

# Headers
headers = {
    'Authorization': f'Bearer {api_key}',
    'Content-Type': 'application/json'
}

# Request Body
data = {
    'url': 'https://www.facebook.com/share/p/gep5QPJZNa81fYdu/'
}

# Send POST request
response = requests.post(url, headers=headers, json=data)

# Check if the request was successful
if response.status_code == 200:
    # Parse the JSON response
    post_info = response.json()
    
    # Print the post information
    print(json.dumps(post_info, indent=2))
else:
    print(f"Error: {response.status_code}")
    print(response.text)

# Example for posts by profile
url = 'https://taskagi.net/api/social-media/facebook-scraper/posts-by-profile'

# Request Body for profile posts
data = {
    'url': 'https://www.facebook.com/chicagobulls'
}

# Send POST request
response = requests.post(url, headers=headers, json=data)

# Check if the request was successful
if response.status_code == 200:
    # Parse the JSON response
    profile_posts = response.json()
    
    # Print the profile posts
    print(json.dumps(profile_posts, indent=2))
else:
    print(f"Error: {response.status_code}")
    print(response.text)

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Frequesntly Asked Questions

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The Facebook Scraper retrieves data in real-time. When you make a request, it fetches the most recent information available on Facebook, including the latest posts, comments, and engagement metrics.
No, the Facebook Scraper is designed to collect only publicly available information. It cannot access private profiles, closed groups, or any content that requires special permissions to view.
Our team constantly monitors Facebook's layout and API changes, updating the scraper accordingly. We strive to maintain uninterrupted service, but occasional adjustments may be necessary to adapt to significant platform modifications.
Data volume limitations depend on your specific plan. We offer various tiers to accommodate different needs, from small-scale research to large-scale data analysis. Please review your account details or contact our support team for information about your usage allowance.
Our Facebook Scraper is designed to comply with applicable data protection regulations. It only collects publicly available information and does not store personal data beyond what is necessary for the service. Users are responsible for ensuring their use of the scraped data complies with relevant laws and Facebook's terms of service.