# Screen recorder without subscription

> Record and edit for free, or pay once for Pro Lifetime to get watermark-free exports through 4K and section re-recording. No monthly fee needed to make videos.

ScreenBadger doesn’t need a subscription to record, edit, and export. Use it free, or pay once for Pro Lifetime. The only subscription is Cloud, and it’s optional.

Web page: https://screenbadger.com/screen-recorder-without-subscription

## The problem: Another monthly bill for a tool you use now and then.

Many screen recorders charge every month just to remove a watermark or export in HD. If you record a few videos a month, that adds up quickly.

## What you get

### Free covers the essentials

Recording, the full editor, privacy tools, captions, GIF export, and unlimited clean MP4s up to 720p cost nothing.

### Pro Lifetime is a one-time payment

Pay once to unlock watermark-free MP4 exports through 4K and re-recording a section of an existing video.

### Cloud only if you want it

Cloud is a separate, optional subscription for share links, embeds, and viewer analytics. You never need it to make or export videos.

## How it works

1. **Start on Free**: Install the extension and record without an account or credit card.
2. **Decide if you need more**: If you need clean 1080p or 4K, or want to re-record a section, upgrade to Pro Lifetime once.
3. **Sign in to restore Pro**: Sign in from the extension to unlock Pro on your browser.

## Frequently asked questions

### Do I need to pay to use ScreenBadger?

No. Free includes recording, editing, and unlimited watermark-free MP4 exports up to 720p.

### What does Pro Lifetime include?

Everything in Free, plus watermark-free MP4 exports through 4K and the ability to re-record and replace a selected section. It’s a one-time payment with no subscription.

### Is Cloud required?

No. Cloud is an optional monthly or yearly subscription for sharing and feedback. Recording, editing, and exporting all work without it.

### Does Pro Lifetime include Cloud?

No. They’re separate. Pro Lifetime covers export quality and re-recording, and Cloud covers hosting and sharing.

## Related

- [No-watermark screen recorder](https://screenbadger.com/screen-recorder-without-watermark): Free, unlimited watermark-free MP4 exports up to 720p, and through 4K with Pro Lifetime.
- [Loom alternative](https://screenbadger.com/loom-alternative): Record longer tab videos for free, edit them locally, and share only when you choose.
- [Screen Studio alternative](https://screenbadger.com/screen-studio-alternative): Auto zoom and polished demos in the browser, on any computer that runs Chrome.
- [Screen recorder](https://screenbadger.com/features/screen-recorder): Record a browser tab or your entire screen for up to 60 minutes with tab sound, your microphone, and your camera.

Last updated: 2026-10-15