goCast screen recording

Screencast and screen recording - capture desktop, windows, microphone, and webcam videos.
What is goCast screen recording?
goCast screen recording is a free Chrome extension that allows you to capture desktop, windows, microphone, and webcam videos. It supports native WEBM format and provides features like webcam narration and capturing video from a specific window. With no trial, watermarks, or time limits, goCast is the perfect tool for screencasting and screen recording on your Chrome browser.

Extension stats

This extension was removed from Chrome Web Store on 2021-06-10 due to malware
Users: 28,040+
Rating: 3.53 (17)
Version: 1.0.0 (Last updated: 2021-04-15)
Creation date: 2021-04-15
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very high risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • <all_urls>
  • storage
  • unlimitedStorage
  • desktopCapture
  • tabCapture
  • downloads
Size: 9.88M
Price: Free

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Extension summary

goCast is a screencasting software. It’s completely free, no trial, no watermarks or time limits.

Features: ⭐ Capture a video from tab ⭐ Capture desktop video - whole desktop or a specific window ⭐ Capture webcam only ⭐ Webcam narration (talking head mode) ⭐ Mic or desktop sound ⭐ Supports native WEBM format, as well as MP4 that takes some time to export

Please note that screen recording is a resource-consuming task. It takes significant RAM, processor time and can drain a laptop energy. Prepare for recording by closing unnecessary applications and browser tabs. Export to MP4 could be unstable, especially on linux systems.

User reviews

Amazing extensions for screen recording!!!!!!
by Sobuj Kabiraj, 2021-06-05

This has malware, makes your chrome slow, can't do anything about it, delete it. Thanks!
by Chase el perro, 2021-06-02

i am starting a youtube channel with this its a really good crisp sounding recorder
by Grady Gillis, 2021-06-01
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Extension safety

Risk impact

goCast screen recording requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

goCast screen recording is very likely to contain malware and should not be trusted. Avoid installing.

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