Boltshot

What is Boltshot?

Boltshot is a powerful API designed to transform any URL into high-quality screenshots quickly and efficiently. It is ideal for developers, marketers, and businesses looking to capture and utilize screenshots for various purposes, such as application development, documentation, and marketing materials. With Boltshot, users can generate up to 100 free screenshots without the need for a credit card, making it accessible for anyone needing fast and reliable screenshot capabilities.

How to use Boltshot?

1. Sign up for a free account on the Boltshot website to obtain your API key.
2. Choose the URL you want to capture and decide on the desired format (PNG, JPEG, WebP, or PDF).
3. Use the provided API endpoint to make a request, including parameters such as the URL, format, device type, and whether you want a full-page capture.
4. Send the request using your preferred programming language (e.g., JavaScript, Python, PHP) and handle the response to save the screenshot.

What are the main features of Boltshot?

• Supports multiple formats: PNG, JPEG, WebP, and PDF with customizable quality settings.
• Captures screenshots in various device viewports, including mobile, tablet, and desktop.
• Allows for custom dimensions, specifying exact width and height or using preset device sizes.
• Full-page capture capability, including content below the fold with automatic scrolling.
• Element selection feature to target specific elements on the page using CSS selectors.
• Automatically removes ads, cookie banners, and unwanted elements for cleaner captures.
• Smart caching to reduce processing time and API costs with configurable TTL.
• Integration with S3-compatible storage for automatic screenshot uploads and direct URL access.

Who is Boltshot for?

Boltshot is designed for a wide range of users, including developers who need to integrate screenshot functionality into their applications, marketers looking to create visually appealing documentation or promotional materials, and businesses that require high-quality screenshots for their websites or products. It is suitable for anyone who values speed and quality in capturing web content.

What are the use cases of Boltshot?

1. Generating screenshots for application documentation to enhance user guides and technical manuals.
2. Capturing high-quality images of web pages for marketing campaigns and social media posts.
3. Creating visual content for presentations or reports that require accurate representations of web interfaces.