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How to connect Apify and Firecrawl
Create a New Scenario to Connect Apify and Firecrawl
In the workspace, click the “Create New Scenario” button.
Add the First Step
Add the first node – a trigger that will initiate the scenario when it receives the required event. Triggers can be scheduled, called by a Apify, triggered by another scenario, or executed manually (for testing purposes). In most cases, Apify or Firecrawl will be your first step. To do this, click "Choose an app," find Apify or Firecrawl, and select the appropriate trigger to start the scenario.
Add the Apify Node
Select the Apify node from the app selection panel on the right.
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Add the Firecrawl Node
Next, click the plus (+) icon on the Apify node, select Firecrawl from the list of available apps, and choose the action you need from the list of nodes within Firecrawl.
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Authenticate Firecrawl
Now, click the Firecrawl node and select the connection option. This can be an OAuth2 connection or an API key, which you can obtain in your Firecrawl settings. Authentication allows you to use Firecrawl through Latenode.
Configure the Apify and Firecrawl Nodes
Next, configure the nodes by filling in the required parameters according to your logic. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are mandatory.
Set Up the Apify and Firecrawl Integration
Use various Latenode nodes to transform data and enhance your integration:
- Branching: Create multiple branches within the scenario to handle complex logic.
- Merging: Combine different node branches into one, passing data through it.
- Plug n Play Nodes: Use nodes that don’t require account credentials.
- Ask AI: Use the GPT-powered option to add AI capabilities to any node.
- Wait: Set waiting times, either for intervals or until specific dates.
- Sub-scenarios (Nodules): Create sub-scenarios that are encapsulated in a single node.
- Iteration: Process arrays of data when needed.
- Code: Write custom code or ask our AI assistant to do it for you.
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Save and Activate the Scenario
After configuring Apify, Firecrawl, and any additional nodes, don’t forget to save the scenario and click "Deploy." Activating the scenario ensures it will run automatically whenever the trigger node receives input or a condition is met. By default, all newly created scenarios are deactivated.
Test the Scenario
Run the scenario by clicking “Run once” and triggering an event to check if the Apify and Firecrawl integration works as expected. Depending on your setup, data should flow between Apify and Firecrawl (or vice versa). Easily troubleshoot the scenario by reviewing the execution history to identify and fix any issues.
Most powerful ways to connect Apify and Firecrawl
Apify + Firecrawl + Google Sheets: This automation scrapes data from both Apify and Firecrawl, then compiles the scraped data into a single Google Sheet for analysis. Apify data is fetched, Firecrawl is used to extract website data, and then both datasets are added to a Google Sheet.
Firecrawl + Apify + Slack: Monitors Firecrawl and Apify for website changes. When changes are detected via website scraping and dataset item fetching, an instant alert is sent to a designated Slack channel.
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About Apify
Use Apify in Latenode to extract web data at scale for lead generation, market research, and more. Apify handles complex scraping, while Latenode orchestrates the data: trigger workflows, transform results with AI, and send data to any app. Automate web actions visually and affordably.
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About Firecrawl
Use Firecrawl in Latenode to extract structured data from websites at scale. Monitor product prices, track competitors, or collect research data automatically. Unlike standalone scrapers, Latenode lets you integrate scraped data into complex workflows with custom logic and direct API connections, all without code.
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FAQ Apify and Firecrawl
How can I connect my Apify account to Firecrawl using Latenode?
To connect your Apify account to Firecrawl on Latenode, follow these steps:
- Sign in to your Latenode account.
- Navigate to the integrations section.
- Select Apify and click on "Connect".
- Authenticate your Apify and Firecrawl accounts by providing the necessary permissions.
- Once connected, you can create workflows using both apps.
Can I monitor competitor pricing using Apify and Firecrawl integration?
Yes, you can! Latenode's visual editor simplifies combining Apify's data extraction with Firecrawl's SEO insights for automated competitor price tracking. Gain a strategic pricing advantage effortlessly.
What types of tasks can I perform by integrating Apify with Firecrawl?
Integrating Apify with Firecrawl allows you to perform various tasks, including:
- Automate website content extraction and SEO analysis workflows.
- Enrich scraped data with SEO metrics for better insights.
- Monitor website changes and SEO performance in real-time.
- Build custom reports combining web scraping and SEO data.
- Trigger alerts based on SEO changes detected on scraped sites.
CanIuselatenode'sJavaScriptblockstotransformApifydataforFirecrawl?
Yes! Latenode enables seamless data transformation via JavaScript. Modify Apify data to perfectly match Firecrawl's input requirements easily.
Are there any limitations to the Apify and Firecrawl integration on Latenode?
While the integration is powerful, there are certain limitations to be aware of:
- Complex data transformations might require advanced JavaScript knowledge.
- Large-scale scraping and SEO analysis can consume significant resources.
- Rate limits on Apify and Firecrawl may affect workflow execution speed.
