Screencastify - Screen Video Recorder

The leading screen recorder for Chrome. Capture, edit and share videos in seconds.

Screencastify - Screen Video Recorder | Chrome Extension

Screencastify - Screen Video Recorder is Chrome's simplest free screen recorder and interactive video platform. It empowers users to capture, edit, and share videos in seconds, as well as turn videos into assessments by adding Interactive Questions. Millions of weekly users have used Screencastify to communicate more effectively through video in education, work, and everyday creation.
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Extension stats

Users: N/A
Version: 4.18.12 (48bfc218-1)) (Last updated: 2024-12-20)
Creation date: 2020-06-23
Risk impact: Very high risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 3
Permissions:
  • alarms
  • storage
  • tabs
  • offscreen
  • scripting
  • unlimitedStorage
  • tabCapture
  • desktopCapture
  • webNavigation
  • notifications
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Host permissions:
  • <all_urls>
  • *://*/*
Size: 19.47M

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Extension summary

An easy-to-use screen recorder for Chrome. Capture, edit and share videos in seconds.

Screencastify is Chrome's simplest free screen recorder and interactive video platform, empowering anyone to become a better communicator by recording, editing, and sharing videos in seconds. Plus, easily turn any video into an assessment by adding Interactive Questions.

With Screencastify, use simple yet powerful screen recording tools to:

▸ Record your desktop, browser tab, and/or webcam ▸ Edit video from your browser ▸ Share your video in multiple ways ▸ Add Interactive Questions to videos and see analytics to measure engagement ▸ Request video submissions with Submit

Educators, professionals, and personal creators across the world use Screencastify screen recorder as a simple way to communicate more effectively through video.

🎬 Join a massive community of video creators

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User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Easy to use for creating tutorials and videos
  • Integration with Google Drive for video storage
  • Good resource for teachers and students
  • Has evolved with new features over time
Cons
  • Requires a subscription for most features
  • Frequent issues with signing in and recording
  • Video quality is poor and recordings often cut out
  • Consistent complaints about the changes in the new version
Most mentioned
  • Subscription required for basic functionality
  • Problems with video recording and sharing
  • Issues with signing in and reliability
  • Complaints about the recent upgrade ruining the experience
User reviews
I love Screencastify! I have been using it for YEARS and it has only grown and gotten better!

good and easy
by datchudom sangsaitim, 2024-12-22

Easy to use and share! Use weekly to make screen recorded videos and have minimal confusion or issues.
by Mallorie Parks, 2024-12-21
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Screencastify - Screen Video Recorder requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Screencastify - Screen Video Recorder has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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