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Screencastify
Screencastify · Chicago, Illinois, United States · founded 2014
What it is
Screencastify is a browser-based screen recorder that can capture a screen along with webcam, microphone, and system audio. It runs in a browser without a software installation, and Chrome and Edge extensions are also available. Recordings can be shared by link with privacy controls; team features include comments, shared folders, collaboration, and granular permissions. The free plan allows up to 10 recordings, each no longer than 30 minutes and up to 1080p. Free users can store, watch, and share videos indefinitely. Starter costs $7 a month per user when billed annually and allows videos up to 60 minutes and 1080p. Pro costs $10 a month per user when billed annually, with videos up to 180 minutes and 4K, plus AI editing, captions, transcripts, translations, and voiceovers. Enterprise & EDU uses custom pricing and includes central admin controls, SSO, training, and support. Integrations include Google Drive, Google Slides, Gmail, Outlook, YouTube, and LMS platforms. Screencastify states compliance with FERPA, COPPA, CSPC, and SOC 2 Type II certification.
For and against
For
- Captures webcam, microphone, and system audio.
- Free users can store videos indefinitely.
- Links include privacy controls.
- Integrates with Google tools, Outlook, YouTube, and LMS platforms.
- Pro includes AI editing and transcription features.
Against
- Free plan allows up to 10 recordings.
- Free videos are limited to 30 minutes and 1080p.
- Starter costs $7 a month per user, billed annually.
- Enterprise & EDU pricing is custom.
The verdict
Screencastify offers browser-based recording with sharing and team tools, while its plans set different limits on recording length and quality. Consider whether the free plan's recording cap or a paid plan's features better match your needs.
Who it suits
Screencastify suits individuals who want to record and share browser-based videos, as well as teams needing collaboration and permissions. Its integrations and Enterprise & EDU controls may also suit educational and organizational users.
Plans and prices
Free
Up to 5 members · Up to 10 recordings · 30 minutes per video · Up to 1080p
Read 28 Sep 2026 · screencastify.com
Starter
Up to 5 members · 60 minutes per video · Up to 1080p
Read 28 Sep 2026 · screencastify.com
Pro
Up to 5 members · 180 minutes per video · Up to 4K
Read 28 Sep 2026 · screencastify.com
Enterprise & EDU
Unlimited members · Custom recording length · Up to 4K
Read 28 Sep 2026 · screencastify.com
On the record
- AI features
- Pro includes AI enhancements, AI editing, captions, transcripts, translations, and voiceovers.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Referral bonus
- Invites provide 5 bonus videos each, up to 4 invites.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Browser-based app
- Runs directly in a browser without software installation.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Company identity
- The site identifies the company as Screencastify LLC, doing business as Screencastify.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Company location
- The company says it is made with love from Chicago.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Enterprise controls
- Enterprise & EDU includes central admin controls, SSO, training, and support.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Free recording limit
- Free videos can be up to 30 minutes long.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Free storage access
- Free users can store, watch, and share videos indefinitely.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Free video limit
- Free users can create up to 10 videos.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Platform integrations
- Integrates with Google Drive, Google Slides, Gmail, Outlook, YouTube, and LMS platforms.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Interactive video
- Supports interactive questions, polls, assignments, and grading workflows.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Max recording length
- 180screencastify.com · read 20 Sep 2026
- Microphone recording
- Yesscreencastify.com · read 20 Sep 2026
- Pricing model
- Offers Free, Starter, Pro, and Enterprise & EDU plans.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Purchase orders
- Accepts purchase orders for orders of $500 or more.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Security certifications
- Complies with FERPA, COPPA, CSPC, and is SOC 2 Type II certified.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
- Paid from
- 7screencastify.com · read 20 Sep 2026
- Browser extensions
- Provides Chrome and Edge extensions.screencastify.com · read 28 Sep 2026
