The macOS screen recorder
for the rest of us
Forever free and open-source. A lightweight, and intuitive screen recorder with a native look and feel.
brew install jsattler/tap/bettercapture (Requires macOS 15.2 Sequoia or later)
Simple, Powerful, Private
Screen recording that respects your time and your privacy
Feels Like Home
BetterCapture is built with native macOS technologies, giving you a familiar, polished experience that integrates seamlessly into your workflow without getting in the way.
- Built with SwiftUI and ScreenCaptureKit for native performance
- Uses macOS native Content Picker for intuitive selection
- Lives in your menu bar for instant access
- Follows Apple's Human Interface Guidelines
Professional Recording
Capture high-quality audio and video with advanced encoding options and professional features that go beyond basic screen recording.
- Multiple codec support: ProRes 4444, HEVC, H.264
- Alpha channel support for transparency
- Record system audio and microphone simultaneously
- Content filtering to exclude specific windows
Privacy-First
Your recordings are yours alone. BetterCapture has no tracking, no analytics, no cloud uploads. Everything stays on your Mac, exactly where it should be.
- No data collection or tracking whatsoever
- All recordings stored locally on your Mac
- No account required to use the app
- Open source so you can verify our claims
Open Source & Free
BetterCapture is MIT licensed and completely free. No subscriptions, no trials, no premium tiers. Contribute to the project or simply enjoy a screen recorder that respects you.
- 100% free with no hidden costs
- MIT licensed for maximum freedom
- Community-driven development
- Contribute features or report bugs on GitHub
Ready to Start Recording?
Install BetterCapture and experience screen recording the way it should be. Free, fast, and private.
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