# screenpipe: Free Open Source Alternative to Rewind.ai

Canonical: https://caniforkit.com/fork/screenpipe
Last updated: 2026-11-07

screenpipe (Open Source, Open Source) replaces Rewind.ai. Records your screen and microphone locally, transcribes meetings automatically, and exposes selected work context to compatible AI assistants through its MCP server and local API.

## Tool Specifications
- **Tool Name**: screenpipe
- **Type**: Open Source Project
- **License**: Open Source
- **Official Website**: https://screenpipe.com/
- **GitHub Repository**: https://github.com/screenpipe/screenpipe
- **GitHub Stars**: ★ 22.3k
- **Runs On**: Local
- **Maintenance Status**: nov 2026
- **Platforms**: desktop, cross-platform, one-click install
- **Data Storage**: All application data lives locally on your own machine.
- **Installation**: Clone https://github.com/screenpipe/screenpipe or deploy with Docker Compose
- **Setup Requirements**: Download the native package or installer for your operating system.
- **The Catch / Limitation**: Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

## Paid SaaS Applications Replaced (1)
Replacing these paid tools with screenpipe saves up to $25/mo ($300/yr) in software subscriptions:

| Replaced Software | Category | SaaS Price | Comparison Guide |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Rewind.ai](https://caniforkit.com/rewind-ai) | [dev tools](https://caniforkit.com/category/dev-tools) | $25/mo | [Compare Rewind.ai vs screenpipe](https://caniforkit.com/vs/rewind-ai-vs-screenpipe) |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### Is screenpipe free and open source?
screenpipe is an open source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on local. Records your screen and microphone locally, transcribes meetings automatically, and exposes selected work context to compatible AI assistants through its MCP server and local API.

### What is the trade-off or limitation of using screenpipe?
Community-driven open source project without dedicated enterprise SLAs.

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