Cap
Open-source screen recorder and Loom alternative
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Cap is a free alternative to Screen Studio.
Cap is an open-source screen recorder for macOS, Windows and Linux that lets you capture, edit and instantly share videos or screenshots via a link.
- for
- Developers, teams and creators needing fast screen capture, editing and shareable links.
- pricing
- freemium
- license
- open source
- cap-v0.6.00.6.023 days ago
- cap-v0.5.90.5.92 months ago
- cap-v0.5.70.5.73 months ago
Key features
- Instant Mode — Record and upload in real time; a share link is copied to the clipboard as soon as you stop.
- Studio Mode — Local 4K/60fps recording with separate tracks and a built-in editor for backgrounds, zoom, captions and more.
- Screenshot Mode — Hotkey capture of windows or areas, then beautify with padding, shadows and copy to clipboard.
- Cap AI — Auto-generated titles, summaries, chapters and searchable transcripts for every recording.
- Custom Storage — Connect to your own Google Drive, S3 bucket or self-host the platform for full data ownership.
- Team Workspaces — Organize recordings, manage permissions, add comments and reactions with timestamp links.
Use cases
- Bug reports or quick answers with instant shareable links.
- Product demos or tutorials edited in 4K before publishing.
- Design-rich screenshots for documentation, pull requests or social posts.
Cap pricing
- Free$0Personal use only · Unlimited local recordings · Instant share links up to 5 min
- Desktop License$29 per license, per year/yearCommercial usage rights · Unlimited local recordings & editing · Studio Mode editor
Cap vs alternatives
 Cap |  Loom |  Screen Studio | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Open-source Loom alternative | Hosted screen recording with quick sharing | Screen recorder with auto-zoom for demos |
| Pricing | Freemium | Subscription | Subscription |
| DevHunt upvotes | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Launched | — | — | — |
- Cap vs Loom: Loom is a hosted SaaS with limited editing; Cap offers local 4K recording, open source code and self-hosting.
- Cap vs Screen Studio: Screen Studio focuses on automatic zoom and polish; Cap adds three modes, AI captions and open-source licensing.
Cap FAQ
Is there a free version?+
Yes, Cap is 100 % free for personal use with unlimited local recordings and instant sharing of short links.
What does the Desktop License include?+
It grants commercial usage rights, unlimited local recordings and editing, Studio Mode, and up to 5 min of cloud share links per month.
What extra features does Cap Pro add?+
Cap Pro adds unlimited cloud storage, AI-generated titles/summaries/transcripts, password-protected shares, custom domains, team workspaces and priority support.
Can I host Cap on my own infrastructure?+
Yes, you can self-host the platform or connect your own Google Drive or S3 bucket for full data control.
What happens to my recordings if I cancel a paid plan?+
Your recordings remain yours; existing shares stay active and you can continue to export or self-host them.
Summarized by DevHunt from cap.so · Oct 7, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
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