# Kap

> An open-source screen recorder for macOS built with web technology

- Canonical URL: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/kap
- JSON export: https://www.fosshunter.com/tools/kap.json
- Website: https://github.com/wulkano/kap
- Category: Screen Recording
- Open source: yes
- Self-hostable: yes
- Verified listing: no
- Featured: no
- Published at: 2026-04-29T17:45:16+00:00
- Catalog revision: `586943998`

## Repository metrics (point-in-time)

- Repository: https://github.com/wulkano/kap
- Stars: 19412
- Forks: 902
- Open issues: 260
- License: MIT
- Last push: 2024-11-12T15:32:40+00:00
- Metrics observed at (synced_at): 2026-11-02T17:08:50+00:00
- Archived: no

Tags: Record, Screenshot, Screen Recording, Screen Recorder, Screen Capture
Tech stacks: javascript, nextjs, nodejs, react, typescript

## Features
- Capture screen activity with high performance using the custom Aperture recording engine. *(highlighted)*
- Export recordings to various high-quality formats including GIF, MP4, WebM, and APNG. *(highlighted)*
- Extend the application's capabilities with a plugin system for custom sharing and workflows. *(highlighted)*

## Description

Kap is a lightweight and open source screen recorder for macOS built with Electron. It provides users with a clean interface to capture screen activity, export to various formats like GIF or MP4, and extend functionality via plugins.

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