I’m trying to figure out how to use multiple visual browsers (not headless) for an automation project. I’m working with Puppeteer or Playwright, but I want to avoid Xvfb since websites can easily detect its usage.
Has anyone had success scaling this setup? I’m curious if there are better alternatives, perhaps using a VPS or other infrastructure solutions.
I welcome any suggestions or experiences you might share. Thanks a lot for your help!
Edit: I realized I made an error in my previous post. After rechecking, I found I was using some odd parameters and not fully reviewing what was being flagged. Now I can confirm that even jscreep shows 0% headless when using Xvfb. Apologies for the earlier confusion.
I’ve dealt with similar challenges in my automation projects. One approach that worked well for me was using Docker containers to run multiple browser instances. Each container can have its own display server, avoiding the need for Xvfb while still maintaining isolation. This setup allows for better scalability and resource management.
Another option worth considering is cloud-based solutions like BrowserStack or Sauce Labs. They provide real browser instances running on actual devices, which can be more reliable for avoiding detection. The downside is the cost, but it might be worth it depending on your project’s scale.
Remember to implement proper error handling and retry mechanisms, as running multiple visual browsers can sometimes lead to unexpected issues. Good luck with your project!
I’ve been down this road before, and let me tell you, it’s not an easy one. Have you considered using a cloud-based solution like AWS EC2 instances? I found this approach quite effective for scaling up visual browsers.
You can set up multiple EC2 instances, each running a full OS with a real browser. This way, you’re working with genuine browser environments, which significantly reduces the risk of detection. Plus, you can easily scale up or down based on your needs.
One thing to keep in mind though - make sure you’re implementing proper IP rotation and user agent switching. Websites can still flag suspicious activity if they see too many requests coming from the same source.
Also, don’t forget about resource management. Running multiple visual browsers can be pretty heavy on resources, so you might want to look into auto-scaling options to optimize costs.
It’s a bit more complex to set up initially, but in my experience, it’s worth the effort for large-scale automation projects.
hey, have u tried using cloud-based virtual machines? u can spin up multiple VMs, each running a full OS with a real browser. it’s pricier than local setups, but gives ya genuine browser environments. might help avoid detection issues. just make sure to rotate IPs n stuff to stay under the radar.