Use Case

Screenshot API for No-Code Automation

Connect screenshots to Zapier, Make.com, n8n, and any automation platform. Visual captures without writing code.

The Problem

No-code tools can't see the web

Automation platforms like Zapier and Make.com are great at moving data between apps, but they can't capture visual content. When your workflow needs a screenshot — for a report, notification, or archive — you're stuck.

  • Zapier and Make.com don't have native screenshot capabilities
  • Building a screenshot service requires developer resources
  • Webhook-based workflows need simple HTTP integrations
  • Non-technical teams can't automate visual captures
The Solution

Screenshots via simple HTTP requests

Porto's API works with any tool that can make an HTTP request. No SDK, no code, no browser management. Just a URL and your API key.

Step 1

Set up a trigger

In Zapier, Make.com, or n8n, set up a trigger (new row, form submission, schedule).

Step 2

Add an HTTP action

Use the HTTP/webhook action to call the Porto API with the target URL.

Step 3

Use the screenshot

Send the screenshot to Slack, email, Google Drive, or any connected app.

Code Example

Get started in minutes

A single API call is all you need.

HTTP request (for Zapier/Make.com)
# Use this in any HTTP/webhook action:
# Method: GET
# URL:
https://api.porto.dev/v1/screenshot?url=https://example.com&width=1280&format=png

# Headers:
Authorization: Bearer YOUR_API_KEY

# The response is the screenshot image — pipe it to Slack, email, or storage

Try it in the playground

See results instantly with pre-configured defaults for this use case.

Key Features

Built for this use case

Simple REST API

Works with any tool that can make HTTP requests — no SDK needed.

Webhook support

Trigger screenshots via webhooks and get results delivered to a callback URL.

Multiple formats

PNG, WebP, or PDF output to match your workflow needs.

Signed URLs

Generate pre-signed screenshot URLs that work as simple image embeds.

Real-World Usage

How teams use screenshot APIs with no-code automation

  • Zapier workflows that screenshot new URLs added to a spreadsheet
  • Make.com scenarios that capture competitor pages on a schedule
  • n8n workflows that archive web pages and store in Google Drive
  • Slack bots that screenshot a URL when someone types /capture
Pricing

Starts free. 100 API calls/month.

No credit card required. Scale up as you need with simple, predictable pricing.

Screenshot API for No-Code Automation | Porto