Overview
This article explains the key differences between the Cap commercial desktop license and the Cap Pro subscription. Understanding these differences will help you choose the right option for your needs.
Quick summary: The commercial desktop license is a one-time purchase that allows you to use the Cap desktop app for commercial purposes, with some limitations on cloud features. The Cap Pro subscription is a recurring payment that includes the commercial license and provides unlimited access to all premium features and benefits.
Cap Commercial Desktop License
The Cap commercial desktop license is a perpetual license that allows you to use the Cap desktop application for commercial purposes. This license is ideal for individuals and teams who need to create content for revenue-generating activities and primarily work with local files.
Key Features:
Perpetual license: Pay once and use the desktop app forever.
Commercial use: Use the app for projects that generate revenue. This includes creating promotional materials, product demonstrations, and internal company communications.
High-quality exports: Export your videos in MP4, GIF, and 4K formats.
Shareable links: Unlimited local recordings and shareable links for videos up to 5 minutes long.
Important: If you are using the Cap desktop app for any commercial purpose, you are required to have a commercial license.
Cap Pro Subscription
The Cap Pro subscription is a comprehensive plan that provides access to all of Cap's features, including everything in the desktop license plus unlimited cloud features. This subscription is perfect for users who want to unlock the full potential of Cap for seamless sharing and collaboration.
Key Features and Benefits:
Everything from Desktop License: The subscription includes all the features of the commercial desktop license.
Unlimited cloud storage & shareable links: Store your projects in the cloud and create shareable links of any length.
AI-powered features: Automatic AI title, transcription, summary, and chapters.
Custom domain: Connect a custom domain for your shareable links (e.g., cap.yourdomain.com).
Shared team spaces: Collaborate with your team in shared workspaces.
Comparison Table
Feature | Commercial Desktop License | Cap Pro Subscription |
License Duration | Perpetual (one-time purchase) | Subscription-based (monthly or yearly) |
Commercial Use | Included | Included |
Shareable Links | Up to 5 minutes | Unlimited |
4K Export | Included | Included |
Cloud Storage | Not included | Unlimited |
AI Features | Not included | Included |
What's Next?
To learn more about pricing and to purchase a license or subscription, please visit our pricing page.