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
Proxy Use Cases: 15 Real Examples for Marketing, Sales & Security
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.
The Best Managed Data Services in 2026
Managed data collection services provide a fast alternative to building and maintaining a data infrastructure, and allow businesses to focus on their core activities. Which functions would you like to outsource? Top managed web data collection providers All services claim to be compatible with GDPR and CCPA and offer self-service options.
Best Scraping Browsers in '26: Bright Data vs Oxylabs vs Zyte
Scraping browsers take care of the unblocking infrastructure, enabling users to interact with websites programmatically and extract data easily. We put them to the test on sites with login walls, infinite scroll, and strict anti-bot rules.
Indeed Scraper: How to Extract Job Data & Top Scraping Services
Indeed offers APIs primarily for job posting and applicant tracking; however, obtaining large-scale job data often requires a robust Indeed scraper or a specialized scraping service. We’ll cover the tools and techniques for extracting valuable job postings, discuss ethical considerations like Indeed’s robots.
Should You Invest in Virgin Proxies in 2026?
The term “virgin proxy” is often marketed as a premium, unused proxy that has no prior links to suspicious or blacklisted activities. These proxies are attractive for users who prioritize privacy and want clean, reliable IP addresses.
Web Scraping Craigslist: Top 5 Craigslist Scrapers in 2026
Businesses scrape Craigslist for a variety of reasons, including market research, job recruitment, real estate analysis, and generating leads. This article explains how to extract data from Craigslist, as well as the top scrapers for Craigslist scraping and their pricing structures.
10 Web Scraping Techniques & Tools (From No-Code to 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. See the best web scraping techniques, the benefits and limitations of each method, and practical tips on choosing the right approach for your data collection project: The “build vs.
Best Python Web Scraping Libraries: Selenium vs Beautiful Soup
Based on my over a decade of software development experience, including my role as CTO at AIMultiple, where I led data collection from ~80,000 web domains, I have selected the top Python web scraping libraries.
How to Hide IP Address: Easy, Free & Advanced Methods
Hiding your IP address protects your privacy and helps you access restricted content. In this guide, we explain how to hide your IP address using a VPN, proxy (HTTP/HTTPS/SOCKS), Tor, and simple settings on both desktop and mobile devices.
Firewall vs Proxy Firewall: Key Differences in Network Security
Both firewalls and proxy servers secure and manage network traffic, but their functions differ. Firewalls protect systems from malicious traffic and unauthorized access, while proxy servers manage client requests and ensure privacy. This article explores the key differences between firewalls and proxy servers, highlighting their distinct roles in securing and managing network traffic.
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