SnapRender

Q: How do I get an API key?

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About SnapRender

Official integrations for SnapRender Screenshot API — MCP server, SDKs, OpenClaw, ChatGPT Actions, Postman

#screenshot #web-capture #pdf #api #puppeteer

Config

Add this server to your MCP-compatible client using the configuration below.

{
  "mcpServers": {
    "snaprender": {
      "command": "npx",
      "args": [
        "-y",
        "snaprender-mcp"
      ],
      "env": {
        "SNAPRENDER_API_KEY": "sk_live_your_key_here"
      }
    }
  }
}

Tools

Capture a screenshot of any website. Returns the image as a PNG, JPEG, WebP, or PDF. Supports device emulation (iPhone, Pixel, iPad), dark mode, ad blocking, cookie banner removal, full-page capture, and custom viewports.

Check if a screenshot is already cached without capturing a new one. Does not count against your quota.

Get current month's screenshot usage statistics including screenshots used, limit, and remaining quota.

Overview

What is SnapRender?

SnapRender is an MCP (Model Context Protocol) server that integrates the SnapRender Screenshot API, enabling AI agents to capture website screenshots as PNG, JPEG, WebP, or PDF. It is designed for developers building MCP-compatible clients like Claude Desktop, Smithery, or custom workflows.

How to use SnapRender?

Connect from any MCP client using the hosted URL https://app.snap-render.com/mcp with an API key in the Authorization or X-API-Key header. Alternatively, run locally via npx snaprender-mcp with stdio transport. Tools include take_screenshot, check_screenshot_cache, and get_usage.

Key features of SnapRender

Capture screenshots as PNG, JPEG, WebP, or PDF
Control viewport size (320–3840 pixels wide)
Full-page capture for scrollable content
Device presets (iPhone 14, iPad Pro, etc.)
Ad blocking and cookie banner removal (default on)
Check screenshot cache without consuming quota
Get monthly usage statistics

Use cases of SnapRender

Generate visual previews for link unfurling in chatbots
Automate cross‑device website testing and comparison
Capture full‑page reports or documentation screenshots
Monitor website changes with regular snapshots
Integrate screenshot capabilities into AI agent workflows

FAQ from SnapRender

How do I get an API key?

What’s the difference between remote and local usage?

The remote server requires no installation and uses Streamable HTTP; the local server uses stdio and needs Node.js and npx. Remote works with any MCP client; local is suited for Claude Desktop or Claude Code.

Which output formats are supported?

PNG, JPEG, WebP, and PDF. Quality and format can be specified per request.

What authentication is required?

Authenticate via the X-API-Key header or Authorization: Bearer header with your API key.

Is there a screenshot quota?

Yes, the free plan includes 200 screenshots per month. You can check usage with the get_usage tool.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get an API key?

What’s the difference between remote and local usage?

The remote server requires no installation and uses Streamable HTTP; the local server uses stdio and needs Node.js and `npx`. Remote works with any MCP client; local is suited for Claude Desktop or Claude Code.

Which output formats are supported?

PNG, JPEG, WebP, and PDF. Quality and format can be specified per request.

What authentication is required?

Authenticate via the `X-API-Key` header or `Authorization: Bearer` header with your API key.

Is there a screenshot quota?

Yes, the free plan includes 200 screenshots per month. You can check usage with the `get_usage` tool.

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