What is Facebook Posts Scraper?
Facebook Posts Scraper is a versatile tool for bulk extracting posts from any Facebook source—feeds, groups, pages, or profiles. When you need to collect large amounts of post data quickly, this is your go-to solution.
Who is it for?
- Data analysts building datasets for analysis
- Marketing teams collecting competitive intelligence
- Researchers gathering data for studies
- Content teams building content libraries
- Automation specialists feeding data into workflows
Key Benefits
- Universal extraction — Works across all Facebook post sources
- Bulk collection — Extract hundreds of posts at once
- Flexible filtering — Target specific date ranges or content types
- Multiple formats — Export to CSV, Excel, or JSON
- Real-time preview — Monitor extraction progress live
How to Use Facebook Posts Scraper
Step 1: Install InsightSocial
Get the extension from Chrome Web Store and add it to your browser.
Step 2: Navigate to Your Source
Go to any Facebook location with posts:
- News Feed
- Group feeds
- Page timelines
- Profile timelines
- Search results
Step 3: Configure Extraction
Set your preferences:
- Number of posts to extract
- Sort order (recent, relevant, popular)
- Content filters if needed
Step 4: Extract and Export
Click "Start Scraping" to begin. Watch the real-time preview, then export when complete.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the difference between this and other scrapers?
Facebook Posts Scraper is designed for bulk extraction from any source. The specialized scrapers (Group, Page, Profile) offer source-specific features. Use Posts Scraper when you need maximum flexibility.
Can I filter posts by date?
Yes. You can set date range filters to extract posts from specific time periods.
How many posts can I extract at once?
Free plans have session limits. Paid plans offer unlimited extraction with higher speeds.
What data is included in each post?
Each extracted post includes:
- Full post content/text
- Author information
- Engagement metrics (reactions, comments, shares)
- Post date and timestamp
- Direct URL to the post
- Media URLs if present
- Post type classification
Can I extract posts from search results?
Yes. Navigate to Facebook search results and InsightSocial can extract posts from those results.