Cap

Cap is an open-source alternative to tools like Loom, designed to provide users with a lightweight, powerful, and cross-platform screen recording experience. It allows users to record and share their screens securely in seconds, with options for custom S3 bucket support and connecting a custom domain. Cap offers three modes: Instant, Studio, and Screenshot, catering to different workflow needs.

Instant Mode enables quick sharing with a link, uploading recordings in the background, and automatic generation of titles, summaries, chapters, and transcriptions using AI. Studio Mode allows for high-quality recording directly to the device without compression, offering customization options like backgrounds, padding, and rounded corners before sharing. Screenshot Mode enables users to capture screenshots and instantly enhance them with backgrounds, annotations, and more.

Cap is built for teams, builders, and creators who value privacy, transparency, and community. It offers native apps for macOS and Windows, ensuring a seamless experience on each platform without relying on Electron apps or browser extensions. Users have control over their storage, with options to use their own S3 bucket, Cap's cloud, or keep everything local, making it suitable for teams with compliance requirements or those who prioritize data sovereignty.

Key features include cross-platform support, high-quality recording (4K, 60fps), customizable storage options, privacy controls, and AI-powered tools for generating titles, summaries, and transcriptions. Cap aims to replace quick sync calls with asynchronous collaboration through comments, reactions, and transcripts, fostering efficient communication and actionable next steps.

Cap is ideal for individuals and teams looking for a screen recording solution that respects their privacy, offers flexibility, and provides full ownership of their content. It is particularly well-suited for those who need to quickly share updates, create tutorials, or collaborate asynchronously.