Some websites use CAPTCHA challenges to block automated access. PageCrawl offers an optional integration with 2Captcha, a third-party CAPTCHA-solving service, that you can connect to handle these challenges on your behalf.
Note: Available on Enterprise and Ultimate plans.
How It Works
- PageCrawl encounters a CAPTCHA when checking a page
- The challenge is forwarded to your connected 2Captcha account
- 2Captcha returns a solution
- PageCrawl submits the solution and accesses the page content
- The page is checked for changes as normal
Setup
- Create an account at 2captcha.com and add funds
- Copy your 2Captcha API key from the 2Captcha dashboard
- In PageCrawl, go to Settings > Workspace > Integrations
- Enter your 2Captcha API key and save
- Pages that encounter CAPTCHAs will now be solved automatically
Supported CAPTCHA Types
2Captcha handles most common CAPTCHA types including reCAPTCHA v2, reCAPTCHA v3, hCaptcha, and image-based challenges.
Cost
CAPTCHA solving is billed by 2Captcha separately from your PageCrawl subscription. Typical costs are $1-3 per 1,000 CAPTCHAs solved. Check 2captcha.com/pricing for current rates.
Tips
- Not all blocked pages use CAPTCHA. If you see 403 errors or bot protection challenges, try Stealth mode first
- CAPTCHA solving adds a few seconds to each check while waiting for the solution
- If a page always shows CAPTCHA, consider reducing check frequency to minimize costs
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