Extract Competitor Backlinks to Google Sheets

# Extract competitor backlinks to Google Sheets using scraping with LangChain and Bright Data

This workflow automates the extraction of external links from competitor websites — a critical task for SEO analysis and link-building strategy. It uses advanced scraping and AI to bypass anti-bot protections and convert raw data into structured output. Designed for non-developers and SEO professionals.

## Who it´s for
- SEO specialists analyzing competitor backlink profiles
- Digital marketers conducting competitive intelligence
- Website owners aiming to improve rankings through link building
- Agencies automating data collection for clients

## What the automation does
- Starts manually with a competitor domain input
- Uses a LangChain agent and Bright Data MCP to scrape backlink pages
- Bypasses anti-bot protections during data retrieval
- Parses and structures data via OpenAI into JSON format
- Splits each backlink into a separate item
- Appends rows to Google Sheets for outreach and analysis
- Example: input ahrefs.com → extract all outbound links → save to spreadsheet

## What´s included
- Ready-to-use n8n workflow
- Manual trigger logic and domain processing
- Integrations with Bright Data MCP, OpenAI API, and Google Sheets
- Basic textual guide for adaptation

## Requirements for setup
- n8n account (cloud or self-hosted)
- Access to Bright Data (MCP)
- OpenAI API key
- Active Google account with Google Sheets access enabled

## Benefits and outcomes
- Saves hours on manual backlink research
- Enables regular monitoring of competitors’ link profiles
- Delivers structured, filterable data in Google Sheets
- Supports large-scale SEO campaigns and comparative analysis
- Accelerates link-building by identifying high-potential sources
- Automates repetitive parts of SEO audits

## Important: template only
Important: you are purchasing a ready-made automation workflow template only. Rollout into your infrastructure, connecting specific accounts and services, 1:1 setup help, custom adjustments for non-standard stacks and any consulting support are provided as a separate paid service at an individual rate. To discuss custom work or 1:1 help, contact via chat