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Dev tools · October 19, 2017

Screen.rip – API for capturing web screenshots

ScreenChunk is an ultra-fast live Screen Capture studio and WebRTC screen recorder. Capture your desktop, crop 2D regions, and broadcast live streams with zero-knowledge AES-256-GCM chunk protection.

Screen.rip – API for capturing web screenshots launched on October 19, 2017 with 195 votes, #155 of 3,169 launches that month and more than 95% of that year's launches. The site was still online in September 2026, 9 years on.

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In plain words

Screen.rip is a web screenshot API and screen capture tool that enables users to capture desktop screens, crop specific regions, and broadcast live streams. It uses AES-256-GCM encryption for data protection and is designed for developers who need to automate screenshot generation or integrate screen capture functionality into applications. The tool emphasizes speed and security in its capture and streaming capabilities.

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