This guide explains how to access and export your PhantomBuster results, and integrate the data with platforms like Google Sheets, Zapier, and Make.com.
Types of output data generated by Phantoms and Flows
Phantoms and Flows generate results in two formats:
- CSV File: Accumulates results with each launch, allowing you to view all collected data over time.
- JSON File: This contains data from only the most recent launch.
⚠️ The LinkedIn Profile Visitor is an exception. It stores limited data in CSV files (e.g., only the first two job experiences). To collect full data, select Keep only current results in JSON in the Phantom's Advanced behavior settings.
Where to find and download Phantom results
Accessing results from the Phantom console or Flow dashboard
You can view and download results directly from the Results tab on the Phantom's console or the Flow's dashboard:
1. Go to the Results tab in the Phantom's console or Flow's dashboard for an overview of the data.
2. Click the Download results then More button and choose either the CSV or JSON option.
- CSV: Contains cumulative data from all launches.
- JSON: Includes results only from the most recent launch.
Accessing results from the LinkedIn Leads page
💡 The LinkedIn Leads database provides access to data from your LinkedIn automations, allowing for quick downloads without needing to access the console directly.
For LinkedIn Phantoms, you can also download your results directly from the LinkedIn Leads page:
1. Navigate to the LinkedIn Leads page.
2. Select the desired data set.
3. Click Export selected leads to export your results.
How to export data to Google Sheets
Option 1: Manual import
💡Use this method for one-time data imports into Google Sheets, ideal when you want to review a static set of results without automatic updates or when your Google Sheet has reached the `IMPORTDATA` function's limitations.
1. Download the CSV file from the Results tab.
2. Open a new Google Sheets file.
3. Go to File > Import > Upload the CSV file and choose Replace spreadsheet.
Option 2: Dynamic import using “Importdata” function
💡Use this method for dynamic updates in Google Sheets when running automatic launches.
⚠️ The `IMPORTDATA` function may not work properly if the dataset is too large. If you encounter issues due to data size limitations, you will need to use the manual import method instead.
1. Open a new Google Sheets file.
2. In cell A1, enter the formula: `=IMPORTDATA("https://yourcsv.csv")`, replacing the link with your CSV file's URL. This will pull data from the specified URL into your Google Sheet, starting from the first cell.
3. To get the CSV URL:
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From a Phantom: Go to the console, click More, and select Copy link.
- From a Flow: Right-click on Download CSV and select Copy link address.
What can you do with output results data
Use results as input for other Phantoms or Flows
Your exported data can be used as input for other Phantoms or Flows, enabling you to automate further actions based on your collected results. For example:
- Automatically send connection requests using a LinkedIn leads list.
- Follow-up messages to collected LinkedIn leads.
💡 For more details on how to combine Phantoms, check out our guide on How to Chain Phantoms and Flows to Create Automated Sequences.
Integrate with Zapier, Make.com, or API
You can integrate your exported data with other platforms for more extended workflows:
- Zapier: Create automated workflows to send data from your Phantom to apps like Google Sheets or CRMs.
- Make.com: Build scenarios to process data automatically.
- API: Use PhantomBuster’s API for advanced custom integrations.
Related guides
How to Chain Phantoms and Flows to Create Automated Sequences
How to Schedule Automatic, Repeated Launches
You can contact Support at any time for additional details on your PhantomBuster workspace.