How to build a local business lead list without scraping Google Maps
Many lead tools scrape Google Maps, which raises terms-of-service concerns. Open datasets like Overture Maps and OpenStreetMap cover millions of businesses. This guide builds a lead list from them.
Steps
- Open Local Business Leads on Apify.
- Enter categories (for example dentist) and locations (for example Austin, TX).
- Choose add-ons: emails, socials, license check or site details.
- Run it and export to CSV for your CRM.
- Re-run monthly to catch new businesses.
Example input
{
"categories": [
"dentist"
],
"locations": [
"Austin, TX"
],
"maxLeadsPerSearch": 25,
"addEmails": true,
"addSocials": true
}
Paste this into the Actor's JSON input on Apify, or pass it to the API with the apify-client library.
Tips
- Follow CAN-SPAM and local laws when emailing businesses.
- Use the confidence score to drop weak matches.
- License checks help confirm a business is still open, in cities that publish license data.
Limits
Open data coverage varies by city; it may miss very new businesses. No reviews or ratings.
Pricing and details: Local Business Leads.