The Screenshot API That Actually Works
5-minute integration. 99.9% uptime. <2s response time. Zero browser clusters to manage.
No credit card required.
$ curl -X POST https://snappkit.com/api/screenshot \
-H "Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY" \
-d '{"url": "https://github.com"}'
Generated in 247ms
See It In Action
Enter any URL and watch our API generate a pixel-perfect screenshot in seconds. No API key needed.
How It Works
Generate screenshots in seconds with a simple 3-step process.
1. Connect
Send a request via our REST API or use one of our SDKs for Node, Python, or PHP.
2. Render
Our high-performance cluster renders your page in a real Chrome browser instance.
3. Deliver
Get a high-quality screenshot returned instantly or uploaded to your cloud storage.
Pixel-Perfect Screenshots, Every Time
Everything you need to capture high-quality screenshots at scale
Capture 50,000px Pages Without Crashes
Full scrollable page screenshots with lazy-loading support. Handles infinite scroll and dynamic content rendering.
PNG, JPEG, WebP with Smart Compression
Automatic format optimization. PNG for crisp UI, JPEG for photos (60-40% smaller), WebP for best balance.
Real Device Viewports, Not Approximations
iPhone 14 Pro (393×852px), iPad Pro, 4K desktop. Accurate user agents and touch events.
320px to 3840px - Any Dimension
Test at exact breakpoints or generate social media cards (1200×630 OG, 1200×675 Twitter).
Use the language you love
Send simple HTTP requests or use native libraries for your language of choice.
// npm install node-fetchimport fetch from 'node-fetch'// create API clientconst client = { apiKey: process.env.SNAPPKIT_API_KEY, baseUrl: 'https://snappkit.com/api'};// set up optionsconst options = { url: 'https://example.com', format: 'png', fullPage: true, viewport: { width: 1920, height: 1080 }};// generate screenshotconst response = await fetch(`${client.baseUrl}/screenshot`, { method: 'POST', headers: { 'Authorization': `Bearer ${client.apiKey}`, 'Content-Type': 'application/json' }, body: JSON.(options)stringify});Clean Error Responses
APIs break. We make sure you know exactly why, so you can fix it fast.
{
"error": "invalid_url",
"message": "URL must include protocol (http/https)",
"url": "example.com",
"retry": false,
"docs": "https://snappkit.com/docs/errors#invalid_url"
}Customize Everything
Advanced options for power users who need precise control
Full-Page with Lazy Loading
We automatically scroll and trigger lazy-loaded images, scripts, and other resources to ensure perfect full-page screenshots.
Custom Render Delays
Wait for JavaScript execution, animations, or dynamic content to load. Control timing from 0 to 30 seconds.
Flexible Format Options
Optimize for web with WEBP compression, preserve quality with PNG, or use JPEG for smaller file sizes.
Built for Your Workflow
From marketing automation to QA testing, our API fits your use case
Marketing Automation
Generate og:images and social media previews on the fly. Perfect for blog posts, landing pages, and content marketing.
Visual Testing
QA and regression testing made simple. Capture screenshots across different devices and compare visual changes automatically.
Content Management
Automated thumbnail generation for CMS platforms. Keep your content library fresh with up-to-date previews.
Website Monitoring
Visual change detection and alerts. Monitor competitor sites, track design changes, and stay informed automatically.
Documentation
Always up-to-date screenshot documentation. Embed live screenshots in your docs that update automatically.
No-Code Integration
Integrate with Zapier, Make, Airtable, and other automation tools. Build workflows without writing code.
Dynamic Social Preview Cards
Auto-generate Open Graph images for every blog post, product, or page. No design tools needed.
// Turn any URL into a social cardconst ogImage = await fetch('https://snappkit.com/api/screenshot', { method: 'POST' headers: { 'Authorization': 'Bearer YOUR_KEY' }, body: JSON.stringify({ url: 'blog.com/post/123', width: 1200, height: 630, selector: '.og-template' })});Why Developers Choose This
- No Figma templates to maintain
- No Canva subscription needed
- Works with any HTML/CSS (your existing design system)
- Auto-updates when content changes
How We Compare
Stop reinventing the wheel. See why developers choose Snappkit over building their own.
| Metric | Snappkit | Self-Hosted Puppeteer | Build In-House |
|---|---|---|---|
| Setup Time | 5 minutes | 2-4 hours | 2-3 weeks |
| Monthly Cost | $29 | ~$150 (t3.medium) | $4K+ (dev time) |
| You Handle | API calls | Chrome updates, leaks, scaling | Everything |
| Breaks at 3am | We fix it | You fix it | You fix it |
| Chrome Updates | We patch it | You patch it | You patch it |
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Up to 36% cheaper than ScreenshotOne. No hidden fees.
200 free credits to get started. Overage pricing available.
Starter
20 req/min
2,500 screenshots/month
- 2,500 screenshots/month
- 20 requests/minute
- All formats (PNG, JPEG, WEBP)
- Device emulation
- Multiple API keys
Pro
60 req/min
15,000 screenshots/month
- 15,000 screenshots/month
- 60 requests/minute
- All Starter features
- Screenshot caching
- Social media presets