- About
- Open-source screen recorder and video editor. Open-source alternative to Loom.
- Catalogue
- No. 009
- Category
- Media
- Founded
- 2021, Remote
- GitHub stars
- ★ 23.3k

Overview
Cap is a privacy-focused, open-source alternative to Loom. It offers screen recording and video editing capabilities with a local-first approach, ensuring user privacy and data control.
What it does well
Cap provides unlimited recording time, customizable video controls, and local storage of all recordings. Its open-source nature allows for community contributions and transparency. The tool emphasizes privacy, giving users full control over their data without requiring account creation or cloud storage.
Why it’s in the collection
Cap stands out for its commitment to privacy and open-source development in the screen recording space. It offers Loom-like functionality without compromising on data ownership, making it an excellent choice for privacy-conscious individuals and teams who need reliable screen recording and editing tools.
On GitHub
- Stars
- 23,285
- Forks
- 2,053
- Commits
- 9,189
- Repository
- CapSoftware/Cap
Languages
- TypeScript 73.5%
- JavaScript 24.2%
- CSS 1.8%
- Other 0.5%
Compared with
LoomPopular cloud-based screen recorder, but lacks privacy features and has recording time limits on free plans.
OBS StudioNo. 056Powerful open-source broadcasting software, but has a steeper learning curve and lacks built-in editing features.
ScreencastifyBrowser-based screen recorder, but is not open-source and has limitations on free accounts.
ShareXFeature-rich screenshot and screen recording tool, but is Windows-only and has a more complex interface.
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