Can Instant Data Scraper Scrape Redirects? Need Help Understanding Its Capabilities!

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Hey everyone,
So, I’ve been messing around with Instant Data Scraper for a bit, and it’s been pretty solid for most of my scraping needs. But I’m kinda stuck on one thing—can instant data scraper scrape redirects?

Like, I’ve got these URLs that redirect to other pages, and I’m not sure if it’s picking up the final destination or just the initial link. Anyone else tried this? Does it handle redirects smoothly, or do I need to tweak something?

Also, if it *can* scrape redirects, does it follow multiple hops or just the first one? Just trying to figure out its limits before I dive deeper.

Thanks in advance for any tips or advice! 🙏
Instant Data Scraper is pretty solid, but I’ve noticed it struggles with redirects sometimes. It usually picks up the first URL but doesn’t always follow multiple hops. If you’re dealing with complex redirects, you might wanna try Octoparse or ParseHub. They handle redirects way better and can follow multiple hops without breaking a sweat.
Yo, I’ve been using Instant Data Scraper for a while now, and yeah, it can scrape redirects, but it’s kinda hit or miss. It usually follows the first redirect but not always the final destination. If you’re dealing with a lot of redirects, maybe check out Scrapy. It’s a bit more advanced but way more reliable for stuff like this.
Honestly, I’ve had mixed results with Instant Data Scraper and redirects. It works fine for simple ones, but if there are multiple hops, it kinda gives up. I’d recommend using a tool like DataMiner or even writing a custom script with Python and BeautifulSoup. That way, you can control exactly how it handles redirects.
I’ve been in the same boat! Instant Data Scraper can scrape redirects, but it’s not perfect. It usually follows the first one but doesn’t always go deeper. If you’re looking for something more robust, try Import.io. It’s a bit pricier but handles redirects like a champ.
Thanks for all the suggestions, everyone! I tried a few of the tools mentioned, and Octoparse seems to be working pretty well for my redirect-heavy scraping needs. Still, I’m curious—has anyone figured out a way to make Instant Data Scraper handle multiple redirects better? Like, is there a setting or workaround I’m missing? Appreciate the help! 🙏
Instant Data Scraper is decent, but redirects can be tricky. It usually grabs the first redirect but not always the final page. If you’re dealing with a lot of redirects, you might wanna look into WebHarvy. It’s super user-friendly and handles redirects way better.
I’ve used Instant Data Scraper for a while, and it’s great for basic stuff, but redirects can be a pain. It usually follows the first one but not multiple hops. If you’re stuck, maybe try Screaming Frog SEO Spider. It’s not just for SEO—it’s awesome for tracking redirects too.
Instant Data Scraper can scrape redirects, but it’s not super reliable for multiple hops. If you’re dealing with a lot of redirects, you might wanna try OutWit Hub. It’s a bit more advanced but handles redirects like a pro.
I’ve had some success with Instant Data Scraper and redirects, but it’s not perfect. It usually follows the first one but doesn’t always get the final destination. If you’re looking for something more reliable, check out Mozenda. It’s a bit more expensive but worth it for complex scraping tasks.



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