Scrape, Screenshot, and extract LLM-ready data
Geekflare API is a comprehensive cloud-based RESTful service that transforms unstructured web data into clean, machine-readable formats like Markdown and JSON. Serving over 10,000 developers processing 12+ million requests monthly, it offers a unified suite of 10+ complementary tools accessible through a single subscription. The platform specializes in web scraping, screenshot capture, metadata extraction, PDF generation, and DNS lookups, all designed to be AI and RAG-ready. With advanced features like rotating proxy infrastructure, JavaScript rendering, and anti-bot bypass technology, Geekflare API eliminates infrastructure overhead while maintaining 99.99% uptime SLA.
Sign up and obtain API key: Create a free account at Geekflare API to receive your authentication token with 500 monthly credits (no credit card required).
Choose your API endpoint: Select from 10+ specialized APIs including Web Scraping, Screenshot, Meta Scraping, PDF Generation, or DNS Lookup based on your use case.
Make RESTful API calls: Use standard HTTP POST requests with your API key in the x-api-key header, specifying parameters like target URL, output format (HTML/JSON/Markdown), and options like JavaScript rendering.
Integrate with your application: Implement the API using supported languages (Python, Node.js, Go, PHP, Java, Ruby) with provided code samples and comprehensive documentation.
Handle responses and errors: Process the returned data (clean HTML, Markdown, JSON, or binary files like PDFs/screenshots) and implement error handling for rate limits and failed requests.
Monitor usage and scale: Track your credit consumption through the dashboard and upgrade to paid plans (Growth at $9/month) for increased concurrency and higher request volumes.
Web Scraping API: Convert any URL into HTML, JSON, or Markdown with full JavaScript rendering support, rotating proxies, and anti-bot bypass for reliable data extraction from modern SPAs.
Screenshot API: Capture full-page, viewport-specific, or element-targeted screenshots with lazy-loading support, cookie handling, and custom viewport configurations for visual web content.
Meta Scraping API: Extract OpenGraph tags, Twitter Cards, and Schema.org structured data for SEO analysis, social media optimization, and content metadata aggregation.
PDF Generation API: Transform web pages into high-quality PDFs with CSS print media support, custom headers/footers, and configurable page sizing for automated report generation.
DNS Lookup API: Query comprehensive DNS records including A, AAAA, CNAME, MX, TXT, SPF, and NS records for domain verification, security audits, and infrastructure monitoring.
Advanced Anti-Bot Technology: AI-powered bypass mechanisms navigate complex JavaScript challenges, CAPTCHAs, and rate limiting to ensure consistent data access.
Unified Credit System: Pay once for all APIs with flexible credit allocation - simple operations (DNS, TLS) cost 1 credit, advanced tasks (scraping, screenshots) cost 3 credits.
#1 AI and RAG Applications: Feed clean Markdown and JSON data directly to language models and retrieval-augmented generation systems for training, fine-tuning, and context-aware responses.
#2 SEO and Social Media Analysis: Extract metadata, OpenGraph tags, and Schema.org structured data to audit website SEO performance, optimize social sharing previews, and analyze competitor content strategies.
#3 Web Monitoring and Change Detection: Automate website monitoring by capturing screenshots and scraping content to detect broken links, track design changes, and verify deployment success.
#4 Automated Report Generation: Convert web pages, dashboards, and analytics into branded PDF reports with custom styling for client deliverables, compliance documentation, and executive summaries.
#5 Data Aggregation for Legacy Systems: Supply web-sourced structured data to legacy enterprise systems that lack modern API integrations, enabling digital transformation without costly infrastructure upgrades.
#6 Developer Tools and Testing: Integrate DNS lookups, TLS certificate checks, and screenshot captures into CI/CD pipelines for automated testing, security audits, and visual regression testing.
What is the difference between Web Scraping API and Meta Scraping API? The Web Scraping API extracts full HTML, converts content to Markdown/JSON, and renders JavaScript for complete page data. The Meta Scraping API specifically targets structured metadata like OpenGraph tags, Twitter Cards, and Schema.org markup without full content extraction - ideal for SEO analysis and social media optimization.
How does the credit system work across different APIs? Geekflare uses a unified credit pool shared across all 10+ APIs. Simple operations like DNS lookups and TLS scans consume 1 credit per request, while advanced features like web scraping, screenshot capture, and PDF generation consume 3 credits. The free tier includes 500 monthly credits with automatic renewal.
Can Geekflare API handle JavaScript-heavy single-page applications (SPAs)? Yes, by setting the renderJS: true parameter in your API request, Geekflare activates headless browser rendering that executes JavaScript, waits for dynamic content to load, and handles lazy-loading. This ensures complete data extraction from modern frameworks like React, Vue, and Angular.
What is the uptime guarantee and how does Geekflare prevent blocking? Geekflare maintains a 99.99% uptime SLA backed by enterprise infrastructure. The platform uses rotating proxy pools, AI-powered anti-bot detection bypass, and distributed request handling to prevent IP blocking and CAPTCHA challenges, ensuring consistent access to target websites.
Which programming languages and frameworks are supported? Geekflare API provides native SDKs and code examples for Python, Node.js (JavaScript/TypeScript), Go, PHP, Java, and Ruby. The RESTful architecture also supports any language capable of making HTTP requests, with comprehensive OpenAPI documentation and Postman collections available.
