Gulbahar Karatas
Gülbahar is an AIMultiple industry analyst focused on web data collection, applications of web data and application security.
Professional experience
She previously worked as a marketer in U.S. Commercial Service.
Research interests
She is a frequent user of the products that she researches. For example, she is part of AIMultiple's web data benchmark team that has been annually measuring the performance of top web data infrastructure providers.
Education
Gülbahar has a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration and Management in 9 Eylul University.
Latest Articles from Gulbahar
Best ScrapeBox Alternatives in 2026
ScrapeBox is a widely used tool among SEO specialists, offering a variety of features and add-ons. However, the tool faces issues related to slow and poor performance, particularly with its SERP scraper. Check out our benchmark analysis of the top scraper APIs to compare speed and data depth side-by-side.
Top Web Scraping Techniques in 2026 (No-Code & AI)
Web scraping is not the only method for collecting data from websites. Various other methods (e.g., LLMs) are available, and each technique has trade-offs.
Top 5 IPRoyal Alternatives in 2026
IPRoyal is one of the budget-friendly proxy providers for small to midsize businesses. Despite its appeal to budget-conscious consumers, every product has room for improvement, including IPRoyal. Some users have cited certain limitations in their services, fueling the search for alternative proxy service providers capable of addressing these concerns and offering a more comprehensive solution.
7 Best Dedicated Proxies in 2026: Residential, ISP & Datacenter
When you buy dedicated proxy services, you get exclusive access to a private dedicated IP that isn’t shared with other users. Unlike shared proxies, dedicated proxy servers offer more stability and higher success rates.
6 Best Unlimited Proxies in 2026: Unmetered Bandwidth & No Caps
Finding a reliable, unmetered residential proxy is essential to avoid data caps and extra costs. While many proxy providers advertise ‘unlimited’ services, their underlying policies differ: This guide compares the best unlimited proxy servers for residential, mobile, and datacenter use based on their fair use policies: Unmetered vs.
Top 15 Real-World Proxy Use Cases in 2026
What do people actually use proxies for? In practice, proxies sit between you and the web, swapping your IP so you can collect data, see location-specific results, and access geo-restricted content. However, not every proxy type is suitable for every job. 1.
Chrome Proxy Settings in 2026: Windows & macOS
Google has introduced several changes to how Chrome handles proxy settings. Chrome uses the system’s proxy settings to configure and change proxy settings. To set up proxy rules, such as using various proxies for different websites, you can use proxy extensions like FoxyProxy.
Top 5 Social Media Datasets in 2026
We compared five leading social media data providers, focusing on the types of social data they offer and the platforms they include. Our evaluation finds vendors fall into two groups: those offering content-level social media data (posts, comments, engagement) and those providing profile- or identity-level data (social handles, professional profiles, company info).
How to Bypass CAPTCHA in 2026 (reCAPTCHA & hCaptcha)
To prevent circumvention, CAPTCHA systems evolve. By early 2026, the focus has shifted from simple image recognition to behavioral biometrics and identity correlation. Web scrapers must adopt agentic workflows to stay effective in this changing environment.
How to Test Proxies in 2026: Free & Paid Proxy Checkers
Proxy testing now extends beyond connectivity checks. As AI agents become more prevalent, it is essential to verify that tools support the Model Context Protocol (MCP) and implement fingerprinting management. These methods are key to modern anti-bot systems for detecting and blocking automated traffic.
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