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Scraping is the process of extracting data from websites or other digital sources in an automated manner. Scraping can be used to collect data for various purposes, such as research, marketing, and competitive intelligence. Scraping can be performed using different tools and technologies, including web scraping software, APIs,, and data scraping services. The process of scraping often involves:

However, it’s essential to remember that scraping can be against the terms of use for some websites and can also run afoul of privacy and data protection regulations.

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