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ShareX

Free Screenshot Tool with Annotations — ShareX

Capture screenshots, record your screen and annotate — all free, no watermarks or subscriptions.

v20.1.0
May 2026
WindowsFreeOpen Source

Most screen capture tools force you to choose between features and cost. Snagit charges $63 per year for annotations that should come standard. ShareX flips that model completely — it's free, open source, and packs more capture modes than any commercial tool on the market.

With ShareX you can capture a full screen, a custom region, an application window, or use scrolling capture to grab entire web pages at once. Every screenshot immediately opens in the built-in image editor where you can draw arrows, add text labels, blur sensitive data, highlight areas, and add numbered callout steps. This functionality alone replaces Snagit for the vast majority of users.

Beyond screenshots, ShareX records your screen as video or exports directly to animated GIF — perfect for creating quick tutorials, bug reports, or demonstrating UI flows without touching a separate video editor. Additional tools include OCR to copy text straight from screenshots, a color picker, QR code reader and generator, a DNS changer, and a hash checker for verifying downloaded files.

Captured files can be automatically uploaded to over 80 destinations including Imgur, Google Drive, Dropbox, and custom FTP or S3 servers. The powerful workflow engine lets you chain capture, edit, upload, and copy-link steps into a single configurable keystroke.

ShareX runs entirely on Windows with no telemetry, no account required, and absolutely no cap on usage or features. It replaces both Snagit and Camtasia for everyday capture and sharing workflows.

Related Tools

  • OBS Studio — Full-featured screen recorder and live streaming tool when ShareX's built-in capture isn't enough for long sessions or scene switching

FAQ

Is ShareX free?+
Yes, ShareX is completely free and open source under the GPL-3.0 license. There are no paid tiers, subscriptions, or feature limits — every capture mode, upload destination, and annotation tool is included at no cost, forever.
How to take a screenshot with annotations for free?+
Install ShareX and press the default capture hotkey (Print Screen by default). After capture, the built-in image editor opens automatically. Add arrows, text labels, numbered steps, blur, and highlight shapes — then save or upload directly. No paid software needed.
Best free alternative to Snagit?+
ShareX is the most capable free alternative to Snagit. It covers all core features: region and scrolling capture, video recording, GIF export, OCR, and full annotation. Snagit costs around $63 per year; ShareX is completely free and open source with no expiry.
ShareX vs Greenshot — which is better?+
ShareX offers far more features: video recording, GIF creation, OCR, QR code tools, and 80+ upload destinations. Greenshot is simpler and lighter — good for basic screenshots only. Choose ShareX if you need an all-in-one screen capture and sharing suite.