Request
Introduction
Bright Data’s ‘Request a Custom Dataset’ feature offers a streamlined and tailored approach to data acquisition. This guide outlines the steps to request and obtain a custom dataset suited to specific needs.
Step-by-Step Process
Initiate Request
- Access: Navigate to the ‘Request Datasets’ section to begin your custom dataset request.
Specify Data Requirements
- Details: Select specifics for your dataset, applicable for single or multiple requests.
Setup and Review
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Sample Dataset: Create and review a sample dataset.
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Schema Review: Review and adjust the AI-generated schema or upload a custom schema in JSON format.
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Approval: Click ‘Approve Schema’ after making necessary adjustments.
Review Data Sample
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Examine Sample: Assess the AI-created dataset sample to ensure it meets your criteria.
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Format Options: Download the sample in JSON or CSV format for detailed review.
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Approval: Click ‘Approve Sample’ to confirm it meets your requirements.
Define Data Collection Scope
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Scope Options: Choose from ‘All Content’, ‘Part of the Website’, or ‘Unique URLs’.
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Detailing: Provide an estimate of unique product records and specific collection details (e.g., ‘all TVs in Electronics’).
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Confirmation: Click ‘Approve Scope’ to finalize your selection.
Set Validation Rules
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Rules Configuration: Set parameters for minimum and maximum records, record completeness, and limits for crawl errors.
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Quality Assurance: These rules ensure data accuracy and integrity.
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Finalize: Click ‘Approve Rules and Complete Review’.
Complete Request and Proceed to Payment
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Final Review: Ensure all details are accurate and complete.
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Payment: Click ‘Continue’ to proceed to the payment step.
Payment Process
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Billing Details: Enter your billing information.
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Payment Method: Select your preferred payment method.
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Confirmation: Complete the payment to initiate the data sample preparation.
Order Confirmation and Tracking
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Confirmation: Receive order confirmation with a ‘POC’ badge for easy tracking.
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Tracking: Use the ‘Track Your Request’ feature to monitor progress.
Data Collection Progress
- Behind the Scenes: The system is actively collecting and validating data from the target website.
Data Sample Review
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Notification: Receive an email or dashboard notification once the data sample is ready.
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Validation Results: Review the validation results for data accuracy and integrity.
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Sample Review: Examine the data sample for quality and relevance.
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Options: Download the sample, report issues, or proceed to purchase the full dataset.
Purchase Options
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One-time Purchase: Acquire the current dataset snapshot immediately.
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Subscription: Opt for regular dataset updates with a recurring charge.
Finalizing the Full Dataset Request
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Decision: Choose the appropriate purchase option based on your needs.
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Completion: Confirm the order and expect to receive the full dataset as per the estimated timeline.