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What Is a Reverse Proxy? A Plain Introduction
What is a reverse proxy? A plain introduction: the one-line definition, forward vs reverse proxy, and what it does to every request before a server sees it.
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Mert Bekci
Lead Software Engineer
I'm the Lead Software Engineer of Scrape.do, with over 13 years of experience in the software industry.
I'm married and have a son. When I have free time (if my son lets me!), I like reading and sometimes writing technical articles. And yes, I still enjoy watching anime, even if some people call it "cartoons."
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Scraping Tools Updated
Top 7 Firecrawl Alternatives for Web Scraping in 2026
Firecrawl's credit-based pricing, anti-bot failures, and social media restrictions might be costing you. Here are 7 alternatives that actually deliver on reliability, speed, and transparent pricing.
Scraping Basics Updated
How to Find and Read robots.txt for Crawling and Scraping
Learn what robots.txt is, how it works, how to parse its rules, and how to build scrapers that respect site boundaries for ethical, efficient crawling.
Scraping Tools Published
2026's Best Walmart Scraper APIs (Benchmarked)
We stress-tested 5 Walmart scraper APIs on product and search endpoints. Compare success rates, response times, and field coverage to pick the right tool.
Scraping Use Cases Updated
6 Key Steps to Large Scale Web Scraping
A step-by-step guide to scraping millions of pages without getting blocked. Learn how to handle automation, concurrency, anti-bot systems, storage, and more.
Scraping Tools Updated
2026's Top Amazon Scraper APIs (In-Depth Comparison)
We tested 8 Amazon scraper APIs on product pages, search results, and seller data. Compare success rates, response times, and pricing to pick the right tool.
What Is a Reverse Proxy? A Plain Introduction
What is a reverse proxy? A plain introduction: the one-line definition, forward vs reverse proxy, and what it does to every request before a server sees it.
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14 Cheap Rotating Proxies in 2026 (incl. free options)
Looking for the cheapest rotating proxies in 2026? This guide covers free and budget-friendly proxy providers, including pricing, features, and the best options for web scraping, SEO, and automation.
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Quick Guide to Using Proxies with Axios in Node.js in 2026
Learn how to use proxies with Axios in Node.js for web scraping. Complete guide covering proxy setup, authentication, rotation, and anti-bot bypass with working code examples.
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Web Scraping for SEO by Residential Proxy
Discover the power of web scraping and residential proxies for SEO success. Learn how Scrape.do can help you gain competitive advantage and boost your online visibility.
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What is Public Proxy, How Do They Work?
Discover how public proxy services enhance web scraping by offering anonymity, bypassing geo-restrictions, and improving data extraction efficiency for your business.
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Residential Proxies for Machine Learning - Detailed Guide
Discover how to enhance machine learning with web scraping and residential proxies for automated data extraction, sentiment analysis, price monitoring, and more using Scrape.do.
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How To Choose The Best Proxy Services For Scraping?
Learn how web scraping and proxy services can help businesses gather data, overcome geo-blocks, and save time, with tips for choosing the right proxy service.
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What is Price Scraping by Residential Proxy Script?
Discover how to use residential proxies for effective price scraping on e-commerce sites. Learn about proxy types, web scraping, and why Scrape.do is your ideal choice.
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Also filed under Proxy
02 / 06
Scraping Basics
10 articles by Mert on Scraping Basics, newest first.
How to Find and Read robots.txt for Crawling and Scraping
Learn what robots.txt is, how it works, how to parse its rules, and how to build scrapers that respect site boundaries for ethical, efficient crawling.
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Web Scraping in Node.js: basic to advanced with real-world tutorials
Master web scraping with Node.js: Learn advanced techniques, tools, and best practices. Discover how Scrape.do simplifies data extraction for efficient, scalable projects.
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Mastering Cookie Handling in Web Scraping: A Developer's Guide
Learn advanced cookie handling techniques for web scraping projects, including authentication, session management, and anti-bot bypass strategies.
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Quick Guide to Building Your First NodeJS Web Scraper
Let's build your first NodeJS scraper step-by-step. Learn to send requests using Axios, parse using Cheerio, and other key scraping tools.
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What to Check Before Scraping a Website?
Here's everything that you need to check before you start scraping a website.
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9 Web Scraping Skill Requirements for Real-World Projects
Learn the 9 essential web scraping skills you need to build real-world scrapers that work. We'll cover programming, HTML, JavaScript rendering, WAF evasion, and more.
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3 Different Types of Web Scrapers
Learn about web scraping tools, their types, and uses. Discover how Scrape.do's cloud-based service delivers accurate data quickly and affordably for your business.
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Also filed under Scraping Basics
- Puppeteer Web Scraping in 2026: basic to advanced i (listed under Headless Browser)
- What is Data Crawler, How Do They Work? (listed under Data)
- How To Choose The Best Proxy Services For Scraping? (listed under Proxy)
03 / 06
Scraping Tools
10 articles by Mert on Scraping Tools, newest first.
Top 7 Firecrawl Alternatives for Web Scraping in 2026
Firecrawl's credit-based pricing, anti-bot failures, and social media restrictions might be costing you. Here are 7 alternatives that actually deliver on reliability, speed, and transparent pricing.
Updated
2026's Best Walmart Scraper APIs (Benchmarked)
We stress-tested 5 Walmart scraper APIs on product and search endpoints. Compare success rates, response times, and field coverage to pick the right tool.
Published
2026's Top Amazon Scraper APIs (In-Depth Comparison)
We tested 8 Amazon scraper APIs on product pages, search results, and seller data. Compare success rates, response times, and pricing to pick the right tool.
Updated
Top 6 ScraperAPI Alternatives for Web Scraping in 2026
ScraperAPI's high cost or sub-optimal performance might be a headache for you. Compare faster, cheaper, and smarter alternatives in this guide.
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Top 6 Zyte Alternatives for Web Scraping and Crawling in 2026
Looking for Zyte alternatives? Compare 6 web scraping tools from Scrapy Cloud replacements to faster unblocking APIs with better pricing.
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2026's Top 5 Oxylabs Alternatives for Proxies and/or Web Scraping
Oxylabs requires high upfront costs for proxies and delivers slow Web Scraper API performance. Compare alternatives with better pricing, significantly faster speeds, and higher reliability for both proxy infrastructure and scraping APIs.
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Top 7 ZenRows Alternatives for Web Scraping in 2026
Find better ZenRows alternatives for web scraping in 2026. Compare Scrape.do, Bright Data, ScrapingBee & more with success rates, speeds & pricing.
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Top 5 Bright Data Alternatives to Use in 2026
Compare 5 Bright Data alternatives with transparent pricing, 2.3x faster speeds, and comparable reliability for both proxy infrastructure and web scraping APIs.
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Top 4 ScrapFly Alternatives of 2026
Find better ScrapFly alternatives with no SMS verification and clear pricing. See how Scrape.do, ZenRows, ScrapingBee, and Apify compare on speed and success rates.
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6 Best ScrapingBee Alternatives in 2026
ScrapingBee's default JS render and stealth proxy spikes cost 75x more. Compare 6 tested alternatives with transparent pricing and 98.19% success rates.
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04 / 06
Scraping Use Cases
9 articles by Mert on Scraping Use Cases, newest first.
6 Key Steps to Large Scale Web Scraping
A step-by-step guide to scraping millions of pages without getting blocked. Learn how to handle automation, concurrency, anti-bot systems, storage, and more.
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3 Ways to Use Web Scraping for Market Research
Discover how web scraping revolutionizes market research. Learn its importance, advantages, and applications for competitive edge. Explore Scrape.do for efficient data extraction.
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How to Scrape Zoro.com Without Getting Blocked (Step-by-Step Guide)
Scraping Zoro.com is tough: DataDome blocks most bots instantly. Learn how to bypass its defenses and extract product data (name, MFR number, price) without getting blocked using Scrape.do.
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Scraping Fnac: How to Extract Product Prices Without Getting Blocked
Learn how to scrape product data from Fnac without getting blocked. Bypass geo-restrictions and WAF protections to extract product names and prices effortlessly using Scrape.do.
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Expedia Scraping - How to Scape Expedia?
Scrape Expedia data to boost your business! Get insights on hotel bookings, car rentals, flight prices, and customer feedback with Scrape.do's web scraping services.
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5 Top Benefits of Web Scraping for Hotel Business
Discover how web scraping boosts hotel businesses. Learn to analyze competitors, set prices, improve SEO, and stay ahead of trends with Scrape.do's efficient data extraction tools.
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What Is Content Scraping And Why It Is Necessary?
Learn about content scraping: its purpose, techniques, and ethical considerations. Discover safe scraping methods and tips for successful projects with Scrape.do's expert services.
Published
Also filed under Scraping Use Cases
- Web Scraping for SEO by Residential Proxy (listed under Proxy)
- What is Price Scraping by Residential Proxy Script? (listed under Proxy)
What is Data Crawler, How Do They Work?
Learn about web crawlers, their functions, differences from scraping, and their importance for SEO. Discover how they enhance data analysis and market research!
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What Is Data Quality? 3 Importance for Your Business
Learn how high-quality data impacts business success, the importance of accuracy and completeness, and how web scraping helps collect reliable data for better decision-making.
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What is Big Data and Why is it Important?
Discover big data's impact on business and life. Learn its components, uses, advantages, and importance in decision-making. Explore how Scrape.do aids data collection.
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06 / 06
Headless Browser
2 articles by Mert on Headless Browser, newest first.
Puppeteer Web Scraping in 2026: basic to advanced i
Learn how to master web scraping with Puppeteer, from setup to advanced techniques. Handle dynamic content, bypass anti-bot measures, scale scraping projects, and export data seamlessly.
Updated
How to Use Selenium in NodeJS
Get started with Selenium in NodeJS to automate web tasks. Learn setup, interaction with elements, advanced automation, debugging, and scaling through parallel execution.
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