Twitter Inbox Scraper

The Twitter Inbox Scraper helps founders, marketers, and sales professionals streamline customer interactions and manage leads by extracting Twitter direct messages. TexAu allows you to automate this process, export the data to Google Sheets or CSV, and run it on desktop or cloud. Follow this detailed guide to set up and run the automation efficiently.

Step 1: Log in to the TexAu App and Locate the Automation

Log in to your TexAu account at v2-prod.texau.com. Navigate to the Automation Store, and search for Twitter Inbox Scraper in the search bar. Click the tool to open its configuration page.

Step 2: Connect to Twitter with TexAu

Connect your Twitter account to TexAu.

1. Click Add Account and select Twitter.
2. Use one of the following methods to connect:
   • Magic Link: A secure link is sent to your email for an easy login process.
   • Add Account: Use TexAu’s built-in browser extension for direct login.

Tip: The Magic Link offers a faster and more secure way to connect without manual cookie management.

Step 3: Select Your Input Source

Choose how you want to specify the data for the Twitter Inbox Scraper. TexAu supports the following input methods:

1. Single Input: Process a single Twitter account by entering its username directly.
2. Google Sheets: Link a Google Sheet containing Twitter account usernames. Ensure each username is in a separate row.
3. CSV File: Upload a CSV file with a column for Twitter account usernames.

Tip: Use Google Sheets or CSV for bulk processing multiple accounts efficiently.

Step 4: Schedule the Automation (Optional)

Schedule the Twitter Inbox Scraper to run at specific times or intervals for consistent updates:

• None
• At Regular Intervals (e.g., every 6 hours)
• Once
• Every Day
• On Specific Days of the Week (e.g., Mondays and Thursdays)
• On Specific Days of the Month (e.g., the 1st and 15th)
• On Specific Dates (e.g., December 25)

Tip: Regular scheduling ensures your message tracking remains up to date without manual effort.

Step 5: Set an Iteration Delay (Optional)

To simulate natural behavior, set an iteration delay between actions:

1. Configure a Minimum Delay (e.g., 10 seconds).
2. Configure a Maximum Delay (e.g., 30 seconds).

TexAu will randomize the delay between each step within this range, preventing detection of automated activity.

Step 6: Choose Your Output Mode (Optional)

Select how you want the scraped data to be saved and managed:

1. Export Options: Choose Google Sheets or CSV for data export. For Google Sheets, link your Google account to enable direct export.
2. Output Management:
   • Append (Default): Adds new data to the existing file.
   • Split: Creates a new file for each automation run.
   • Overwrite: Replaces existing data with the most recent run.
3. Duplicate Management: Enable Deduplicate to remove duplicate entries automatically.

Tip: Exporting to Google Sheets is ideal for real-time collaboration or sharing with your team.

Step 7: Run the Automation on Cloud or Desktop

Click Run to start the automation. Choose between:

• Cloud Mode: Runs the automation from TexAu servers for hands-free execution.
• Desktop Mode: Runs the automation locally on your device, simulating manual actions and saving cloud runtime costs.

Tip: Desktop mode is cost-effective for extensive data scraping, while cloud mode offers convenience for busy professionals.

Step 8: Access the Data from the Data Store

Once the automation is complete, navigate to the Data Store section in TexAu to view your scraped data. Locate the Twitter Inbox Scraper automation and click See Data to download or analyze the results.

The Twitter Inbox Scraper enables efficient management of Twitter direct messages, helping sales professionals, marketers, and growth hackers engage leads and improve customer interaction. By automating this process with TexAu, you can save time, ensure data accuracy, and streamline communication workflows.