# ScrapingBee MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > ScrapingBee lets you scrape websites without getting blocked. It handles the hard stuff like headless browsers, proxy rotation, and JavaScript rendering for you. Instead of fighting with IP bans or complex scraping code, you can just tell your AI agent where to go and what data to grab. It works with any MCP-compatible client to turn messy web pages into clean data. ## Overview - **Category:** industry-titans - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_q1duJsPKHxBkTBofrVeLFhv0nBtmoyFvP5mLfv1l/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** scrapingbee, web-scraping, data-extraction, headless-browser, proxy-rotation, captcha-solving, ai-extraction, stealth-scraping, mcp ## Description ScrapingBee lets you pull data from any website without getting blocked by anti-bot systems. It handles the heavy lifting like headless browsers, proxy rotation, and JavaScript rendering so you don't have to. Instead of fighting with IP bans or complex scraping code, you just tell your AI agent where to go and what data to grab. It works with any MCP-compatible client to turn messy web pages into clean data. You'll find this is a big win when you're using the Vinkius catalog to build out your automation stack, because it removes the data hurdle entirely. You get to focus on what that information actually means for your business instead of debugging selector errors or hunting for residential proxies. You can grab raw HTML, take screenshots to verify layouts, or use natural language to extract specific items like product prices or user reviews. It manages the rotation of premium proxies to keep your requests looking like a real person browsing. This means you can scale your data collection from a few pages to thousands without worrying about your IP getting flagged. It handles the technical mess of modern web apps that require scripts to run before the content appears. You just describe the goal and let the agent do the work. ## Tools ### extract_data Get specific data from a webpage. It helps you pull out exactly what you need without extra noise. ### get_usage Check your current API usage. You can see how many credits you have left at any time. ### extract_data_with_ai Use natural language to pull out JSON data. This is perfect for when you don't know the exact CSS selectors. ### extract_structured_data Use CSS or XPath selectors to grab data. It's the way to go for high-precision, consistent extraction. ### scrape_webpage Get a full page with JS and proxies handled. It's the just make it work tool for any site. ### take_screenshot Capture a visual of a website. It's great for verifying how a page looks or for visual data. ### get_api_usage Monitor your credit consumption. Keep track of your spending while you run large scraping jobs. ### scrape_with_js Force JavaScript rendering on a page. Use this when a page feels empty until the scripts run. ### scrape_with_proxy Use premium proxies to avoid blocks. This is your go-to for scraping high-security targets. ### scrape_with_stealth Activate stealth mode to bypass bots. It's essential for staying under the radar on tough sites. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` Find the prices of all the best-selling sneakers on the official Nike site. ``` **Response:** ``` I've accessed the site using stealth mode to avoid blocks. Here are the top results: | Model | Price | | :--- | :--- | | Air Max 270 | $150 | | Dunk Low | $115 | I can also export this to a CSV for you. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Check if the 'Pro' plan is currently in stock on the software site. ``` **Response:** ``` Checking the status... The Pro plan is currently listed as 'In Stock' for $49/month. I also noticed a limited-time discount of 10% for new users. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Get me a screenshot of the homepage for the new travel agency site. ``` **Response:** ``` I've captured the homepage for you. [Screenshot attached]. The layout looks clean, and the hero section is clearly visible. ``` ## Capabilities ### Bypass anti-bot systems Get raw HTML from websites while staying under the radar of automated detection. ### Render dynamic content Force JavaScript to run so your agent can see content on modern web applications. ### Convert pages to JSON Turn messy web content into structured data using natural language or selectors. ### Rotate premium proxies Switch between residential IPs to avoid being blocked by high-security sites. ### Capture visual screenshots Get a full visual of a webpage to verify layouts or gather visual information. ### Monitor credit usage Keep track of your API consumption and remaining credits in real-time. ## Use Cases ### Competitor Price Tracking A researcher asks the agent to find the price of all laptops on a retail site. The agent uses scrape_webpage to bypass blocks and extract_data to build a table. ### Lead Generation A growth engineer wants to pull contact info from a directory. The agent uses scrape_with_stealth to navigate the site and extract_data_with_ai to parse the results. ### E-commerce Audit A data analyst needs to check stock levels across 50 different URLs. The agent uses scrape_with_proxy and extract_structured_data to create a master sheet. ### Visual QA A developer wants to see if a landing page looks right on mobile. They ask the agent to take_screenshot of the URL to verify the layout. ## Benefits - No more IP blocks: Use scrape_with_proxy to rotate through residential IPs so you can stay active on high-security sites. - Handle modern sites: Use scrape_with_js to ensure your agent sees the actual content on dynamic web applications. - Skip selector hell: Use extract_data_with_ai to describe the data you want in plain English instead of writing complex CSS paths. - Stay under the radar: Use scrape_with_stealth to mimic real user behavior and bypass advanced anti-bot protections. - Easy monitoring: Use get_usage or get_api_usage to keep a close eye on your costs and credits as you scale your jobs. - Visual verification: Use take_screenshot to see exactly what your agent sees, making it easier to debug and verify data. ## How It Works The bottom line is you get reliable web data without the headache of managing scraping infrastructure. 1. Connect your ScrapingBee account and add your API key to the Connector. 2. Tell your agent which URL to visit and what specific data to find. 3. Receive structured JSON data or screenshots back instantly. ## Frequently Asked Questions **Can ScrapingBee MCP bypass CAPTCHAs?** Yes, it handles CAPTCHAs and anti-bot systems automatically so your agent can get the data it needs without getting stuck. **Does it work on websites that use a lot of JavaScript?** Yes, it has specific tools to render JavaScript, which means it can see content on modern, dynamic web apps. **How does it handle IP blocks?** It uses premium proxy rotation to make sure your requests come from different locations, keeping your scraping session active. **Can I use it to get structured JSON?** Yes, you can ask your agent to extract specific data into a JSON format using either natural language or specific selectors. **Is it good for high-security websites?** It's specifically designed for high-security targets, using stealth modes to mimic real human browsing behavior. **How do I know how much I'm spending?** The Connector includes tools to check your credit usage and remaining balance directly through your chat interface. **Can my AI automatically extract structured JSON from a web page using ScrapingBee?** Yes! Use the `extract_data` tool. You can provide standard extraction rules or set `ai=true` to let ScrapingBee's AI models identify and parse the data fields you need automatically. **How do I use premium or residential proxies for high-security sites?** Simply include `premium_proxy: true` in your `scrape_general` parameters. This will route your request through residential IPs, making it much harder for anti-bot systems to detect and block. **How do I find my ScrapingBee API Key?** Log in to your ScrapingBee dashboard, and your API Key will be clearly visible in the **Credentials** section on the main page.