Simple REST API for developers
Add Screenshot Capabilities to Your Applications
Screenshotly provides a powerful API and SDK to capture high-quality webpage screenshots programmatically. Integrate in minutes, not days.
Powerful Screenshot API Features
Our screenshot API is designed for developers who need reliable, high-quality webpage captures with flexible customization options.
High-Speed Rendering
Capture screenshots in milliseconds with our optimized rendering engine, perfect for high-volume applications.
Detailed Analytics
Track API usage, performance metrics, and error rates with our comprehensive analytics dashboard.
Enterprise Security
Industry-leading security with HTTPS, API key authentication, and optional IP whitelisting for enterprise clients.
Multiple Format Support
Capture screenshots in PNG, JPEG, or WebP formats with custom quality settings and dimensions to fit your needs.
Reliable Uptime
Our globally distributed infrastructure ensures 99.9% uptime with automatic failover and load balancing.
Advanced Capture Options
Control waiting times, handle JavaScript-heavy sites, capture full-page screenshots, and customize viewport sizes.
Developer-Friendly SDKs
Integrate quickly with our SDKs for JavaScript, Python, PHP, Ruby, and more with comprehensive documentation.
Automatic Image Storage
All screenshots are securely stored and accessible via CDN links or direct downloads for 30 days by default.
Webhook Notifications
Receive notifications when screenshots are ready via webhooks for seamless integration with your workflow.
Integrate with Just a Few Lines of Code
Multiple SDKs available for your preferred programming language
import { Screenshotly } from 'screenshotly'; const client = new Screenshotly('YOUR_API_KEY'); async function captureScreenshot() { try { const screenshot = await client.capture({ url: 'https://example.com', format: 'png', width: 1280, height: 800, fullPage: true, delay: 500 }); console.log('Screenshot captured:', screenshot.url); } catch (error) { console.error('Failed to capture screenshot:', error); } } captureScreenshot();
How It Works
Our powerful architecture delivers reliable screenshots at scale
Request Submission
Send a simple API request with your target URL and configuration options like viewport size, format, and quality.
Optimized Rendering
Our cloud-based rendering farm loads the page in a headless browser, executes JavaScript, and handles complex layouts.
Screenshot Processing
Once rendered, we capture the screenshot with your specified settings and apply any requested post-processing.
Delivery & Storage
The optimized screenshot is delivered to you via direct response or stored securely on our globally-distributed CDN.
Globally distributed infrastructure with multi-region failover and intelligent request routing
Why Choose Screenshotly?
See how we compare to alternative solutions
Features | Screenshotly | DIY Solution | Competitors |
---|---|---|---|
Setup Time | 5 minutes | Several days | 1+ hours |
Infrastructure Maintenance | None | Significant | Limited |
JavaScript Rendering | Full Support | Limited | Varies |
Global CDN | Included | Extra Cost | Limited Regions |
API Response Time | <1s average | 3-10s | 1-5s |
Popular Use Cases
See how developers are using our screenshot API
Visual Monitoring
Monitor website appearance across different times and detect visual regressions or unauthorized changes.
Social Media Previews
Generate dynamic social media preview cards for websites, articles, or products for better engagement.
PDF Generation
Convert web pages to PDFs by first capturing screenshots and combining them into professional documents.
Automated Testing
Integrate with your CI/CD pipeline for visual regression testing and UI verification.
Competitor Monitoring
Track changes on competitor websites and receive alerts when they update pricing or features.
Content Verification
Verify how content appears across different regions with our geo-located screenshot capabilities.
Pricing
Pay as you grow
Simple, transparent pricing that scales with your needs. No hidden fees or long-term commitments.
Basic plan for personal use and exploration.
- Features included:
- 100 screenshots per month
- Basic captures
- PNG format only
- 1 day retention period
- Limited API access
Perfect for side projects and small applications.
- Features included:
- 5,000 screenshots per month
- Full-page captures
- PNG, JPEG, WebP formats
- JS rendering support
- 3 days retention period
- Basic API access
- Email support
For growing businesses and professional developers.
- Everything in Starter, plus:
- 25,000 screenshots per month
- Priority rendering
- Custom resolution & quality
- 30 days retention period
- Webhook notifications
- Advanced API features
- Custom HTTP headers & cookies
- Priority email & chat support
For high-traffic websites and enterprise applications.
- Features included:
- 75,000 screenshots per month
- Highest priority rendering
- 90 days retention period
- Dedicated IP addresses
- IP address whitelisting
- Custom SLA available
- Team access controls
- Dedicated account manager
- 24/7 premium support
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Frequently Asked Questions
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