Browser Screen Recorder

A browser screen recorder uses the Screen Capture API (getDisplayMedia) built into modern browsers to capture your screen, application window, or browser tab. The captured video stream is then recorded using the MediaRecorder API and saved as a WebM file — all processed locally on your device. No data is ever uploaded to any server.

WebM is an open, royalty-free media file format designed for the web. It uses VP8/VP9 video codec and Opus/Vorbis audio codec, providing excellent compression with high quality. WebM files are widely supported by browsers, video players like VLC, and platforms like YouTube. They're typically smaller than MP4 files at comparable quality levels, making them ideal for sharing and storage.

Yes, 100% free. There are no hidden fees, no watermarks, no time limits, and no account registration required. The tool runs entirely in your browser using native web APIs. You can record as many times as you want, for as long as your device's storage allows.

Yes! When you start recording, you can enable the Audio toggle. The browser will then give you the option to include system audio (tab audio, application sounds) or microphone audio in the screen selector dialog. In Chrome, make sure to check the "Share audio" checkbox. Note that audio capture availability may vary by browser and operating system.

• Google Chrome 72+ — Full support ✓
• Microsoft Edge 79+ — Full support ✓
• Mozilla Firefox 66+ — Full support ✓
• Safari 13+ — Supported, may have limitations
• Opera 60+ — Full support ✓
• Mobile browsers — Limited or no support (desktop recommended)

Your privacy is fully protected. All recording happens locally on your device — the video data never leaves your browser. No data is uploaded to any server. The recorded WebM file is generated entirely in your browser's memory and is only saved when you click the download button. We have no access to your screen content whatsoever.

Absolutely. When you click "Start Recording", your browser will present a screen selector dialog. You can choose to share your entire screen, a specific application window, or a single browser tab. Selecting a specific tab is great for recording presentations, tutorials, or webinars without exposing your other open tabs or desktop.

No hard time limit. You can record for as long as your device's available memory and storage allow. However, very long recordings (several hours) may result in large file sizes and could potentially cause browser performance issues. For most use cases — tutorials, demos, meetings — the tool works perfectly without any restrictions.

Common issues and fixes:

• Permission denied: Make sure to click "Allow" in the browser's screen-sharing dialog. If you accidentally blocked it, reload the page.
• Browser not supported: Ensure you're using Chrome 72+, Edge 79+, or Firefox 66+.
• No screen selected: You must select a screen, window, or tab in the dialog — clicking "Cancel" will abort the recording.
• Extensions interfering: Try disabling browser extensions that might block screen capture APIs.
• HTTPS required: Some browsers require the site to be served over HTTPS for screen capture to work.

Yes! This tool fully supports pausing and resuming. Click the Pause button to temporarily halt recording — the timer will stop and no video frames will be captured. Click Resume to continue recording from where you left off. The final WebM file will be one continuous video with the paused segments seamlessly removed. This is perfect for switching between applications or taking a break mid-recording.

We offer four quality presets that control the video bitrate:

• Low (1 Mbps) — Small file size, suitable for simple screen recordings with minimal motion.
• Medium (2.5 Mbps) — Balanced quality and file size, recommended for most use cases.
• High (5 Mbps) — Crisp quality, ideal for detailed UI demos or fast-moving content.
• Ultra (8 Mbps) — Maximum quality, best for high-resolution screens and professional recordings.

Higher bitrates produce larger files but better visual fidelity.

After stopping the recording, a preview player appears with your video. Click "Download WebM" to save the file to your device. The file is named with a timestamp (e.g., screen-recording-2024-01-15-143022.webm). You can then share it via email, upload to cloud storage, post on social media, or edit it in video software. WebM files play natively in browsers and are compatible with VLC, YouTube, and most modern video tools.