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Normal capture, annotation, copying and export happen in your browser. Screenshot images are not uploaded to RATdeck for these workflows.
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Free screenshot extension for Chrome
A free screenshot extension, with the limits stated up front.
“Free” screenshot tools often mean a watermark, ads, a forced upload or a trial that ends mid-project. Here is exactly what Capture by RATdeck gives you for free, what Pro adds and where the line sits.
Quick answer
Capture Free includes Full Page (scrolling) and responsive preset capture, the annotation editor with basic blur and pixelate, unlimited Copy Image and 10 combined PNG/WebP downloads per UTC day. There is no watermark, no ads and no trial expiry. Pro starts at $1/month.
Free on the Chrome Web StoreUnlimited Copy Image10 total PNG/WebP downloads per UTC dayNo watermarkNo ads
Free vs Pro
What is free and what is Pro.
This mirrors the pricing page and the official Chrome Web Store listing.
| Feature | Free | Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Full Page (scrolling) screenshot | Yes | Yes |
| Responsive presets (mobile, tablet, laptop, desktop) | Yes | Yes, plus custom viewport |
| Visible Screen and Select Area capture | No | Yes |
| Annotation: arrows, shapes, text, highlights, pen, callouts | Core tools | Yes |
| Blur and pixelate | Basic | Yes |
| Copy Image to clipboard | Unlimited | Unlimited |
| PNG/WebP downloads | 10 combined per UTC day | Unlimited |
| History, projects, before/after comparison | No | Yes |
| Review reports, professional PDF, Guide/SOP Builder | No | Yes |
| Watermark or ads | None | None |
Privacy on the free plan too
Free does not mean your screenshots pay for it.
The free plan uses the same local-first architecture as Pro.
No watermark
Free captures are clean, so you can paste them into client work, tickets and docs.
No advertising
The extension shows no ads and the site does not sell your data.
Honest limits
The only daily limit is downloads. Copy Image is unlimited, so everyday sharing never stops.
Official listing
Install from the official Chrome Web Store listing published by RATdeck, not a download mirror.
Upgrade only if needed
Pro starts at $1/month on yearly billing for people who need History, comparison or PDF reports.
Common questions
Free screenshot extension questions.
Is Capture by RATdeck really free?
Yes. The Free plan includes Full Page and responsive capture, core annotation, basic blur and pixelate, unlimited Copy Image and 10 combined PNG/WebP downloads per UTC day, with no watermark, no ads and no trial expiry.
Does the free screenshot extension add a watermark?
No. Free captures have no watermark, whether you copy them to the clipboard or download them as PNG or WebP.
What happens after 10 downloads in a day?
You can keep copying screenshots to the clipboard without limit. The PNG/WebP download counter resets at the next UTC day, or Pro removes the download limit.
Is there a free full page screenshot extension for Chrome?
Yes. Full Page scrolling capture is part of Capture’s Free plan, together with the annotation editor and unlimited Copy Image.
Do free users have to upload screenshots?
No. Capture is local-first on every plan. Standard capture, annotation, copying and export do not upload screenshot images to RATdeck.
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FREE SCREENSHOT EXTENSION FOR CHROME
Start free. Upgrade only if you need to.
Install Capture by RATdeck from the official Chrome Web Store. Full Page and responsive capture, annotation and unlimited Copy Image are free, with no watermark and no ads.