Octoparse provides robust API support for users wishing to integrate its functionality into their workflows. This guide will walk you through the steps required to access and use the Octoparse API, eligibility requirements, and additional resources for deeper insights.
Requirements for Accessing Octoparse API
The Octoparse API is available only for paid plans (Standard Plan and above). Free plan users cannot access API features.
How to Get the API Key (Token)?
Please refer to the instructions provided in the API Documentation. This document includes guidance and details about available endpoints.
Send a request to obtain the API token:
Endpoint:
https://openapi.octoparse.com/tokenInclude your Octoparse login credentials in the request body.
You can use tools like Postman to test the request and verify that you can successfully retrieve the token.
How to Use the API
Once you have your API token, you can start using Octoparse APIs:
Check your API access – make sure you’re on a supported plan.
Read the official API documentation – to understand supported endpoints, authentication, and request formats.
Test with Postman (or similar tools) – ensure requests and responses are working as expected.
Additionally, there are helpful tutorials to guide you through the process:
Integration with Third-Party Tools
Octoparse’s API can be integrated with various third-party tools for enhanced automation. To set up such integrations, including those with tools like N8n, refer to the instructions in the API documentation. It provides guidelines for connecting to the Octoparse API.