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Twitter Scraper

Scrape tweets from any Twitter profile — posts, media and Highlights. A top Twitter API alternative with export, API access, scheduling, and integrations.

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PUBLICLY ACCESSIBLE, REAL‑TIME DATA FROM TWITTER (X)

Profile data
Post data
Engagement
Followers data
Media data
Comments & replies
Search results
Feed posts

What data can Twitter Scraper extract?

Scrape tweets, profiles, and engagement data without login or rate limits. Extract data from Twitter using unofficial Twitter APIs. Perfect for research, monitoring, and social media analysis — clean results in JSON, CSV or using API.

Output Demo
fromtypeurlauthortextlikesretweetsrepliesquotesviewsbookmarksisReplyisRetweetisQuotepossiblySensitivelangdateconversationIdidauthorIdauthorUserNameauthorNameisBlueVerifiedlocationverifiedTypefollowersfollowinglistedCountstatusesCountauthorUrlexternalUrltwitterUrlauthorTwitterUrlprofilePictureprofileBannerUrlimagesdisplayUrlsviewsState
tweet
tweet
https://x.com/NASA/status/1970851007530701283
@NASA
LIVE: Hear from the astronauts flying aboard the Artemis II…d splash down in the Pacific Ocean. https://t.co/qdWyUFD2aE
3034
678
279
65
530015
180
false
false
false
false
en
Wed Sep 24
1970851007530701283
1970851007530701283
11348282
NASA
NASA
true
Pale Blue Dot
Government
88185317
158
96833
73110
https://x.com/NASA
http://www.nasa.gov/
https://twitter.com…1970851007530701283
https://twitter.com/NASA
https://pbs.twimg.c…0ZxKlEKB_normal.jpg
https://pbs.twimg.c…11348282/1718393721
EnabledWithCount
posts
tweet
https://x.com/NASA/status/1970800503740104993
@NASA
LIVE: Join us for the launch of three missions to investiga…NASA and we'll answer a few on air! https://t.co/3y219NvTsA
4634
772
292
59
5920244
557
false
false
false
false
en
Wed Sep 24
1970800503740104993
1970800503740104993
11348282
NASA
NASA
true
Pale Blue Dot
Government
88185317
158
96833
73110
https://x.com/NASA
http://www.nasa.gov/
https://twitter.com…1970800503740104993
https://twitter.com/NASA
https://pbs.twimg.c…0ZxKlEKB_normal.jpg
https://pbs.twimg.c…11348282/1718393721
EnabledWithCount
highlights
tweet
https://x.com/NASA/status/1970518651741589686
@NASA
LIVE: Learn all about the innovative science and tech flyin…g ways to monitor astronaut health. https://t.co/j7wAq8RiI1
2160
438
148
28
421238
252
false
false
false
false
en
Tue Sep 23
1970518651741589686
1970518651741589686
11348282
NASA
NASA
true
Pale Blue Dot
Government
88185317
158
96833
73110
https://x.com/NASA
http://www.nasa.gov/
https://twitter.com…1970518651741589686
https://twitter.com/NASA
https://pbs.twimg.c…0ZxKlEKB_normal.jpg
https://pbs.twimg.c…11348282/1718393721
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Range of scraping features

Real‑time & historical Twitter data. Export to JSON, CSV, or via API. Automate, schedule & monitor runs.

No credit card required

Start instantly without the hassle of entering payment details.

Scalable plans

Scale as your projects grow. Scrape as much as you need.

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Extract tweets, profiles, media, and engagement with clean JSON/Markdown outputs.

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Collect profile data for profiles, and more with reliability.

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Fetch tweet data for tweets; export datasets or integrate via API.

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Twitter Follower Scraper

Scrape follower lists, follower counts, and audience data from any public Twitter profile.

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Twitter Comment & Reply Scraper

Extract comments, replies, quote tweets, and conversation threads from any tweet.

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Agent‑ready Twitter scraping

All scrapers support Model Context Protocol (MCP) for seamless integration with your AI agents. Use a universal standard for automation, research, and analysis.

# Start SSE session and keep it running
curl "https://mcp.anycrawl.dev/<API_KEY>/mcp"

# Example: Fetch dataset items via API (coming soon)
curl "https://api.anycrawl.dev/v1/datasets/<DATASET_ID>/items?format=json"

Quick guide on setting up your X.com scraper

How to scrape Twitter

Scraping Twitter data for your projects has never been easier. Skip the API headaches — scrape Twitter with just a few clicks. Scrape profile, or URL and get the data you need. Get fast, reliable Twitter data in the format you need — JSON, Markdown, or full-page screenshot.

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Creating an account is quick and free — no credit card required. Your account gives you access to thousands of scrapers.

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  3. Enter a profile URL or tweet URL03
  4. Click “Start” and let the scraper do the work04
  5. Download your data in JSON, Markdown, or full-page screenshot05
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Features of Twitter Scraper

We know your use cases. Here’s the tech stack to make them happen.

Most well‑rounded solution on the market

Scrape profiles, posts, and engagement across search results or timelines. Choose from multiple scraper types and get structured data in one go — no matter how deep you need to dig.

Scalable social media scraping

Scrape at low cost for one‑off jobs or scale to high‑volume pipelines. Built‑in pagination handling.

Baked‑in scheduling & monitoring

Run hourly, daily, or on custom intervals. Get alerts when something breaks and view logs for debugging. (coming soon)

Proxies for reliability

Smart proxy rotation with geo‑targeting to reduce blocking and ensure uninterrupted runs.

Frequently asked questions

Is it legal to scrape data from Twitter (X)?
It depends on jurisdiction and use. Public information can often be collected, but you must comply with Twitter’s terms, robots rules, and applicable laws. Consult legal counsel for your specific case.
Do I need to log in to extract data from X.com?
Not for public pages in most cases. Some data or higher volumes may require a session cookie and careful rate‑limit handling.
Can I scrape the latest data from Twitter?
Yes. The scraper loads live pages and can capture near‑real‑time posts. Add retries/delays for stability under rate limiting.
Can I scrape multiple profiles, tweets, conversations, or search queries at once?
Yes. Queue multiple inputs and run them in batches. Or, using the API, you can schedule runs and retrieve datasets from your scripts.
How much does scraping tweets cost?
Pricing depends on the number of pages and the price of the template. See the pricing page; each run consumes 2 credits.
Can I integrate the Twitter scraper with another tool?
Yes. Export JSON, Markdown, or full-page screenshot, use the API, or connect via MCP/webhooks to automation tools and data pipelines.
Can I customize a Twitter scraper?
Yes. Adjust variables such as input URLs and limits, or create a custom template and request hooks for advanced flows.
How do I download a dataset from Twitter?
After a run finishes, export results as JSON/CSV or fetch them programmatically through the dataset API.
How do I scrape tweet images or videos (media)?
Images are included when present. Video extraction may need additional steps and can vary by post type and availability.
How do I do sentiment analysis on tweets?
Scrape the text first, then run it through an NLP pipeline or an LLM workflow. You can automate the post‑processing via your data stack.
Is there a free Twitter scraper?
Yes. AnyCrawl's Twitter Scraper is free to use — no credit card required. Sign up, enter a profile or tweet URL, and start scraping immediately. Paid plans are available when you need higher volume.

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