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Screen capture software is a digital tool that enables users to capture and record everything displayed on computer or mobile device screens. This includes capturing video footage, still images, audio from the screen, and any accompanying system sounds or microphone input. Screen capture software finds wide application in creating tutorials, recording gameplay footage, capturing webinars and online meetings, creating instructional videos, documenting software bugs, and more.
The primary products of screen capture software include personal computers (PC) or Macintosh computers (MAC), and mobile devices. Mobile devices refer to portable electronic devices such as smartphones and tablets designed for wireless communication and internet access. Screen capture software can be deployed on-premise or on the cloud, with pricing models ranging from one-time purchases to subscription-based services. The software serves a variety of applications, including personal, commercial, gaming, and others.
Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report's Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.
The sharp rise in U.S. tariffs and the ensuing trade tensions in spring 2025 are having a significant impact on the information technology sector, especially in hardware manufacturing, data infrastructure, and software deployment. Increased duties on imported semiconductors, circuit boards, and networking equipment have driven up production and operating costs for tech companies, cloud service providers, and data centers. Firms that depend on globally sourced components for laptops, servers, and consumer electronics are grappling with extended lead times and mounting pricing pressures. At the same time, tariffs on specialized software and retaliatory actions by key international markets have disrupted global IT supply chains and dampened foreign demand for U.S.-made technologies. In response, the sector is ramping up investments in domestic chip production, broadening its supplier network, and leveraging AI-powered automation to improve resilience and manage costs more effectively.
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The screen capture software market size has grown rapidly in recent years. It will grow from $9.58 billion in 2024 to $10.84 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 13.2%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to the rise of digital content, the proliferation of social media platforms, the rise in customer support and training, the growth of the gaming and streaming industries, and integration into software development workflows.
The screen capture software market size is expected to see rapid growth in the next few years. It will grow to $17.34 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to remote work continuation, E-learning expansion, growth of video content creation, integration with collaboration tools, and growing emphasis on data security. Major trends in the forecast period include AI-powered features, cloud-based solutions, real-time collaboration features, advanced annotation tools, and accessibility enhancements.
The forecast of 12.5% growth over the next five years reflects a modest reduction of 0.5% from the previous estimate for this market. This reduction is primarily due to the impact of tariffs between the US and other countries. Tariffs on international cloud collaboration or encoding tools may raise subscription costs or limit functionality in screen capture and sharing software. The effect will also be felt more widely due to reciprocal tariffs and the negative effect on the global economy and trade due to increased trade tensions and restrictions.
The growth of the screen capture software market is anticipated to be fueled by an increasing demand for online learning. Online learning, which entails educational activities conducted via digital platforms over the Internet, is gaining prominence due to the growing emphasis on continuous skill development, the global accessibility offered by digital platforms, and the cost-effectiveness of online education. Screen capture software plays a crucial role in online learning by enabling interactive demonstrations, tutorials, and content creation through the capture and sharing of computer screens. For example, Coursera, a US-based online learning platform, experienced a 16% year-on-year growth with 17 million new learners registering for their courses in December 2023, underscoring the rising demand for online learning. Consequently, the surge in demand for online learning and e-learning is propelling the expansion of the screen capture software market.
Leading companies in the screen capture software market are focusing on developing innovative solutions, such as a new Screen Recorder application for Android, to meet various industry needs. The new Screen Recorder application for Android provides enhanced features to make capturing and sharing easier. For example, in August 2024, Systweak Software, an India-based IT solutions company, introduced the Screen Recorder, Videos & Reels app for Android users. This app enables users to record and capture any activity on their devices, offering features like selective region recording, the ability to draw while recording, and instant sharing options. The goal of this launch is to address limitations found in built-in screen recording tools, improving user experience and convenience by overcoming common issues with existing screen recording applications.
In November 2023, Atlassian Corporation, an Australia-based software company, acquired Loom to integrate its asynchronous video technology into its suite of productivity software. This acquisition aims to bolster team collaboration and communication across various functions by leveraging Loom's video communication software, which includes screen and camera recording, video editing, and transcription features. Loom, a US-based technology company, specializes in providing video communication solutions for work environments.
Major companies operating in the screen capture software market are Microsoft Corporation, Adobe Inc., Blackmagic Design Pty. Ltd, GOM & Company, Telestream LLC, TechSmith Corporation, Movavi Ltd., Apowersoft Ltd., Screencast-O-Matic LLC, CloudApp LLC, Droplr Inc., Bandicam Company, OBS Studio, FastStone Soft, ZD Soft, Nimbus Web Inc, Monosnap Inc., Icecream Apps, Wisdom Software Inc, Hyperionics Technology LLC, ScreenRec LLC, PearlMountain Limited, Webinaria, ShareX Team, LEARNPULSE SAS
North America was the largest region in the screen capture software market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in the screen capture software market report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.
The countries covered in the screen capture software market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.
The screen capture software market consists of sales full-screen capture, region capture, window capture, scrolling capture, and annotation tools. Values in this market are 'factory gate' values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.
The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).
The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.
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The forecasts are made after considering the major factors currently impacting the market. These include the technological advancements such as AI and automation, Russia-Ukraine war, trade tariffs (government-imposed import/export duties), elevated inflation and interest rates.