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Screenshots, PDFs and Markdown of any web page in Chrome, with a free tier.

Shotlane API is a free Development API that requires apiKey authentication, is served over HTTPS and does not support CORS, so it should be called from a server.

Authentication
apiKey
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
No
Category
Development
Uptime (30 days)
Up

Online · 1957 msTested Nov 15, 2026 · checked dailyIs it down? Status & uptime

About Shotlane

Shotlane renders any web page in real Chrome and returns a screenshot, PDF or Markdown. Quickstart and request basics.

Provider
Shotlane
Website
shotlane.dev ↗

Details from shotlane.dev.

Key facts

  • HTTPS
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Shotlane API FAQ

Who provides the Shotlane API?

The Shotlane API is provided by Shotlane (shotlane.dev). Shotlane renders any web page in real Chrome and returns a screenshot, PDF or Markdown. Quickstart and request basics.

Is the Shotlane API free?

Yes. The Shotlane API is listed in the Development category of the public-apis directory, which only includes APIs that are free or have a free tier. Check its documentation for rate limits and paid plans.

Does the Shotlane API require an API key?

Yes. The Shotlane API uses apiKey authentication, so you need to register for credentials before making requests.

Can I call the Shotlane API from the browser?

Not directly. The Shotlane API does not allow CORS, so call it from a server, serverless function or proxy instead of front-end JavaScript.

Does the Shotlane API support HTTPS?

Yes. The Shotlane API is served over HTTPS, so it's safe to use in production.

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