How To Analyze A Large List Of Phone Numbers Easily

Analyzing Phone Numbers with Scout API on RapidAPI

Scout’s browser-based bulk lookup tool is no longer available. In this tutorial, we’ll walk you through the steps to analyze a large list of phone numbers using the Scout API via RapidAPI. You’ll need to make API calls from a script or workflow of your own; RapidAPI’s dashboard lets you test individual requests without writing code, but processing a full list still requires calling the endpoint programmatically. To use this service, it’s recommended that you have a Pro account on RapidAPI for more extensive usage.

If you don’t have a RapidAPI account, you can sign up for one on the RapidAPI website. If you already have an account, log in.

Once logged in, visit the Scout API page.
Click the “Pricing” button.
Choose a pricing plan that suits your needs, and subscribe to the API.

Step 3: Get API Key

After subscribing, you’ll receive an API key. This key is necessary for authentication when making API requests.

Step 4: Analyze Phone Numbers

Use your RapidAPI key to call the Scout endpoint from your own script or workflow, passing each phone number from your list in turn.

Step 5: Handling Issues

The Scout API listing on RapidAPI is in beta, so it’s possible to encounter issues. If you face any problems or have feedback, it’s a good practice to open a discussion on the RapidAPI platform here. This can help the developers address any concerns and improve the service.

Step 6: Review and Use Results

Each call returns a JSON response for the number you submitted, including these field categories:

Operating Company — operating_company_name, operating_company_type, ocn
Line Type — line_type (e.g. voip, wireless, fixed_line, fixed_or_mobile)
Geography — region, sub_region, locality, administrative_area_level_1 through _3, country, postal_code, clli, lata
Timezone — timezone, timezone_short, timezone_utc_offset
Portability — ported, ported_date, location_routing_number
Robocall Risk — risk_rating and risk_level
Dialcode Validity — dialcode_e164, dialcode_invalid, dialcode_impossible

See the Scout API Response Overview for a full breakdown of every response field. Aggregate the responses from your calls to build out results for your full list.

Remember that the usage limits and pricing may vary depending on your RapidAPI subscription, so be sure to review the pricing details and terms on the Scout API page.