Bright Data
The world’s #1 web data platform.
Overview
Bright Data is a leading web data platform, providing businesses and organizations with a comprehensive suite of tools for collecting public web data. Their offerings include a vast network of residential, datacenter, ISP, and mobile proxies, as well as ready-to-use datasets and various scraping APIs like the Web Unlocker and SERP API. They cater to a wide range of industries, from e-commerce and finance to academic research and AI development, emphasizing ethical and compliant data collection.
✨ Key Features
- Web Unlocker API
- SERP API
- Residential, Datacenter, ISP, and Mobile Proxies
- Pre-collected Datasets
- Scraping Browser
- Data Parser
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Extensive and varied proxy network
- Strong focus on compliance and ethics
- Comprehensive suite of tools beyond just proxies
Unique Value: Provides the most reliable and compliant access to public web data at scale through a comprehensive platform.
🎯 Use Cases (6)
✅ Best For
- E-commerce price tracking
- SERP data analysis for SEO
- Alternative data for finance
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users with no technical expertise (though they offer managed services)
- Small-scale, occasional scraping
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a wider range of proxy types and a stronger ethical framework compared to many competitors.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Starter and above tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 7-day free trial
Free tier: Varies by product, often a pay-as-you-go trial credit.
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