Task Configuration

Task Setup: Complete Guide Overview

22 Oct, 2025 5 min read

This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about creating and configuring tracking tasks. Each section provides detailed information about specific aspects of task setup.

Getting Started

Task URL and Name Configuration

Learn how to properly configure URLs and name your tracking tasks for easy management.

⏱ 4 min read • Beginner

CSS Selectors for Task Tracking

Master CSS selectors to precisely target elements on any webpage for accurate tracking.

⏱ 8 min read • Intermediate

Content Types Explained

Understand the 4 content types (Text, Number, Price, HTML) and choose the right one for accurate tracking.

⏱ 6 min read • Beginner

Scheduling & Rendering

Check Frequency Settings

Configure how often to check for changes, balancing timely notifications with token usage.

⏱ 5 min read • Beginner

Browser Rendering Options

Choose the right rendering level (None, Server, Advanced) for JavaScript-heavy sites.

⏱ 7 min read • Intermediate

Screenshot Configuration

Enable screenshots to capture visual proof of changes alongside text content.

⏱ 4 min read • Beginner

Notifications

Notification Channels Setup

Configure where to receive alerts: Email, Slack, Discord, SMS, and more.

⏱ 6 min read • Beginner

Notification Rules and Filtering

Build complex notification rules to only get alerted when specific conditions are met.

⏱ 8 min read • Intermediate

Data Storage

Upload Channels for Data Storage

Automatically backup screenshots and data to cloud services like Dropbox, AWS S3, Google Drive.

⏱ 5 min read • Intermediate

Advanced Configuration

Advanced settings for complex tracking scenarios, authenticated content, and specialized use cases.

Advanced Task Settings Overview

Overview of advanced settings for complex tracking scenarios and authenticated content.

⏱ 3 min read • Advanced

HTTP Request Options

Configure HTTP methods (GET, POST, PUT), user agents, and request bodies for API monitoring.

⏱ 6 min read • Advanced

Custom Headers and Cookies

Add custom HTTP headers and cookies for tracking authenticated content and API endpoints.

⏱ 7 min read • Advanced

Device and Viewport Emulation

Emulate different devices and screen sizes to track mobile-specific content.

⏱ 5 min read • Advanced

Browser Control Settings

Control JavaScript execution, redirect following, and browser behavior during rendering.

⏱ 5 min read • Advanced

Session Management

Maintain session state across checks for tracking logged-in content and multi-step processes.

⏱ 6 min read • Advanced

Quick Tips

  • Start Simple: Begin with basic settings and add advanced features as needed
  • Test First: Use the browser extension to validate your CSS selectors before creating tasks
  • Monitor Costs: Balance check frequency with token usage for optimal efficiency
  • Use Rendering Wisely: Only enable browser rendering for sites that require JavaScript execution

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