Scrappey Bot
Detector Extension
A browser extension that identifies which verification, CDN, and fingerprinting systems modern websites use. A diagnostic tool for understanding the technologies on a page.
Free & Open Source • MIT License • No data collection
Scrappey Bot Detector
v1.0.0
Why use Bot Detector?
Before you build automation for modern websites, it helps to understand the technologies a page uses. Different verification and CDN systems require different handling approaches, and guessing wastes time and resources.
The Scrappey Bot Detector extension identifies which verification and CDN systems a website uses. From CDN configuration and bot management to fingerprinting APIs, you'll see exactly what's deployed and how confident the detection is.
Best of all, it's completely free, open source, and runs 100% locally. No data is sent anywhere—your browsing habits stay private while you get the intelligence you need.
Save Development Time
Understand which verification systems a site uses before writing any code. No more trial and error.
Plan Your Strategy
Different verification systems require different handling approaches. Know exactly which ones a site uses.
Understand Your Exposure
See which fingerprinting APIs are tracking you and how websites identify your browser.
Privacy First
All detection happens locally. No data sent anywhere, no tracking, fully auditable code.
What it detects
Comprehensive detection across three major protection categories
Anti-Bot Systems
(16 types)Detect enterprise anti-bot protection systems used by websites to block automated access.
Extension features
Everything you need for comprehensive bot detection.
Real-Time Detection
Instantly identifies anti-bot systems, CAPTCHAs, and fingerprinting technologies as you browse. Get immediate insights into what's protecting modern websites.
Confidence Scoring
Each detection includes a confidence score based on multiple matching patterns. Know exactly how certain each identification is.
Fingerprint Tracking
Discover which browser fingerprinting APIs websites use to track you. From Canvas to WebRTC, see it all.
Zero Performance Impact
Lightweight detection runs entirely in your browser. No external API calls, no data collection, no slowdowns.
Customizable Settings
Toggle fingerprint detection, adjust cache duration, and configure auto-scanning to match your workflow.
Export Reports
Copy detection reports to clipboard with one click. Perfect for documenting website protections or sharing findings.
Easy installation
Get started in under 2 minutes
Download the Extension
Clone or download the repository from GitHub to your local machine.
Open Chrome Extensions
Navigate to chrome://extensions/ in your Chrome browser.
Enable Developer Mode
Toggle the Developer Mode switch in the top-right corner.
Load Unpacked
Click "Load unpacked" and select the Scrappey-Detector folder.
Start Detecting
Click the extension icon on modern websites to see detected protections.
Add Custom Detectors
Create custom detection rules by adding JSON files to the detectors folder:
{
"detector": {
"id": "my-detector",
"label": "My Protection",
"active": true,
"type": "antibot"
},
"meta": {
"icon": "vendor-default.png",
"color": "#14B8A6"
},
"patterns": {
"cookies": [
{
"match": "my_cookie",
"score": 90
}
],
"urls": [
{
"match": "protection.js",
"score": 85
}
]
}
}Add to detectors/antibot/, detectors/captcha/, or detectors/fingerprint/
"Best and most reliable service for scraping websites"
Who is this for?
Perfect for developers, security researchers, and privacy enthusiasts
Automation Development
Before writing a single line of code, understand which verification and CDN systems a site uses so you can plan reliable, authorized automation. Make informed decisions based on actual detection results.
Security Auditing
Audit websites to understand their security posture. Identify which protection layers are deployed and how they're configured.
Privacy Research
Discover how websites track you through browser fingerprinting. Understand which APIs are being used to build your unique fingerprint.
Competitive Intelligence
Analyze competitor websites to understand their protection strategies. Learn from their approach to bot protection.
Open source & free forever
The Scrappey Bot Detector is completely open source under the MIT license. Star it on GitHub, contribute improvements, or fork it for your own projects.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Scrappey.com?
Scrappey.com is a web scraping API that handles all the complex aspects of web scraping, such as handling dynamic content, rotating proxies, advanced request handling, headless browsers, and verification processing. It offers an all-in-one solution for extracting publicly available data from websites.
How does Scrappey.com work?
Scrappey.com provides a web scraping API that allows you to send requests to extract publicly available data from websites. It handles dynamic content and modern website complexity, including rotating proxies, advanced request handling, and verification processing. You can easily extract publicly available data from websites using their built-in features like headless browsers and AI-powered data extraction.
Can I customize the proxies used for scraping?
Yes, with Scrappey.com, you have the option to use Sticky Rotating Proxies for seamless scraping. Alternatively, you can also set your own proxies if desired.
Is there a free trial available?
Yes, Scrappey.com offers a free trial where you can try it out without a subscription or credit card. Instant setup is provided, so you can explore the full capabilities of the platform right away.
What happens if a request fails?
We only charge for successful requests. Failed requests are not counted towards your usage, so you only pay for what works.
I need to scroll or click on a button on the page I want to scrape
No problem, you can pass any JavaScript snippet that needs to be executed by using our JavaScript scenario parameter. This allows you to interact with dynamic content, scroll pages, click buttons, wait for elements, and perform any custom JavaScript actions before extracting the data.
What is the pricing structure for Scrappey.com?
Scrappey.com offers simple and transparent pricing: €0.20 per 1,000 direct HTTP requests and €1.00 per 1,000 full-browser requests. Residential proxies are included on both tiers — no separate proxy billing, no hidden fees, no complicated pricing tiers. You only pay for successful requests.
Are there any usage restrictions or limitations?
Scrappey.com provides scalable access for extracting publicly available data. Whether you need to extract data from a few pages or a large dataset of publicly accessible content, you can do so with flexible usage options. Please note that Scrappey.com only supports scraping publicly available data, and users must comply with applicable laws and website terms of service.
What support channels are available?
Scrappey.com provides various support channels for assistance. You can refer to their documentation, frequently asked questions section, blog, and uptime status page. Additionally, you can get in touch with them via email or join their Discord community for further support.
I'm not a developer, can you create custom scraping scripts for me?
We don't create custom scraping scripts, however we will gladly write some code snippets helping you to use our most powerful features: AI-powered data extraction and JavaScript scenario. Our documentation includes examples in multiple programming languages to get you started quickly.
What is a request and how are they counted?
Each API call to Scrappey counts as one request. Our pricing is based on successful requests. By default, JavaScript rendering is enabled, which allows you to extract data from modern websites with dynamic content. All features including proxies, verification workflow handling, and reliable web access handling are included in each request.
How fast is Scrappey's API and what if a site is hard to scrape?
Scrappey's API is optimized for fast response time, even when working with JavaScript-heavy websites and browser verification flows, where access is authorized. If other tools struggle with sites that use browser verification, Scrappey is designed to handle these workflows efficiently, ensuring reliable data retrieval. Our reliable web access handling, residential proxies, and intelligent retry logic work together to maximize success rates.