Recordly
Officially recommendedOpen-source screen recorder for polished demo videos without editing skills.
Download Recordly
Installer for Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3) Macs (.dmg)
Other downloads (3)
Getting a "can't verify the developer" warning?
If you see a warning on first launch, go to System Settings > Privacy & Security and click "Open Anyway". Open source software usually isn't signed with an Apple developer certificate, which is normal.
Clicking "Download" takes you to a source confirmation page first; the download starts after confirmation.
About Recordly
Create polished demo videos without editing skills. Mac/Windows/Linux
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Risk notice
Prebuilt Recordly packages may not be signed or notarized by Apple/Microsoft, so your system may show a security warning on first run and require manual approval. Also, on Linux, hiding the real cursor during recording is not currently supported, which may affect the final video output.
Who it's for
- Developers, product managers, and sales teams who need to create product demos and walkthroughs.
- Content creators who want to record tutorials and how-to guides quickly.
- Individuals and small teams looking for a free, open-source alternative to polished screen recording tools without a steep learning curve.
- Linux, macOS, or Windows users who want a cross-platform recorder with an integrated editor.
- Community members who enjoy extending tools with plugins and marketplace add-ons.
Who it's not for
- Users who need real cursor hiding on Linux (not currently supported).
- Users on Windows builds older than 10 Build 19041 who expect the best cursor-hiding behavior.
- Users who require advanced multi-track NLE features such as professional audio mixing or color grading.
Install guide
Download the appropriate build for your platform and CPU architecture from the GitHub Releases page:
- macOS (Apple Silicon / arm64):
Recordly-arm64.dmg - macOS (Intel / x64):
Recordly-x64.dmg - Windows (x64):
Recordly-windows-x64.exe - Linux (x64):
Recordly-linux-x64.AppImage
Installation steps
- macOS: Open the
.dmgand dragRecordly.appinto the Applications folder. If macOS warns that the app cannot be opened because it is from an unidentified developer, go to System Settings > Privacy & Security and click Open Anyway, or run the following command in Terminal to remove the quarantine flag:
xattr -rd com.apple.quarantine /Applications/Recordly.app- Windows: Double-click
Recordly-windows-x64.exeand follow the installer instructions. - Linux: Make the AppImage executable with
chmod +x Recordly-linux-x64.AppImage, then double-click or run it.
On first launch, choose a screen or window to record, configure microphone and system audio options, and start recording.
To verify file integrity, download SHA256SUMS.txt and compare the checksums.
FAQ
Is Recordly free?
Yes, Recordly is released under the AGPL 3.0 open-source license and is free to use.
Which operating systems are supported?
Recordly supports macOS 14.0+, Windows 10 Build 19041+, and modern Linux distributions. Official builds are available for macOS (arm64/x64), Windows x64, and Linux x64.
How do I update Recordly?
Check the GitHub Releases page for the latest builds. Arch Linux users can update via the AUR package `recordly-bin`.
Why do I see two cursors in recordings on Linux?
Linux does not currently support hiding the real system cursor, and Recordly adds a styled cursor overlay by default. You can disable the cursor overlay to avoid the double-cursor effect.
System audio is not being recorded. What should I do?
On Linux, PipeWire is usually required. macOS 14.0+ is needed for system audio, and Windows uses native WASAPI support. Check your OS version and audio configuration.