v1.0 — Now available for Windows

Your screen.
Sped up.

ChefLapse turns hours of work into stunning timelapse videos — automatically. Pick a screen or window, hit record, and get a video when you're done.

⬇ Download ChefLapse — $12See features →

Windows 10 / 11 · No Python needed · FFmpeg built-in · 57MB

ChefLapse v1.0 — Desktop Timelapse Recorder
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Screen 1 [Primary]
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Screen 2
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Frames
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Elapsed
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Est. Video
⏺ Start Recording
⏸ Pause
📂 Folder

// features

Everything you need.
Nothing you don't.

Built for developers, designers, and creators who want to document their work without the complexity.

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Multi-Monitor Support
Pick any connected screen with a live thumbnail preview — just like Discord's screen share.
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Window Capture
Record a specific app window without stealing focus. Alt+tab freely while it records in the background.
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Auto-Export
Stop recording and your video is compiled automatically. No extra steps, no manual export.
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Auto-Cleanup
Raw screenshot frames are deleted automatically after the video is compiled. No disk waste.
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Pause & Resume
Pause recording mid-session and resume exactly where you left off. Elapsed timer stays accurate.
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Zero Dependencies
FFmpeg is built right in. No Python, no extra installs. Just download and run.

// how it works

Three steps.
That's it.

No configuration files, no terminal commands, no headaches.

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Choose your target
Pick a screen thumbnail or select a specific app window from the dropdown.
2
Set interval & speed
Drag the sliders to control how often screenshots are taken and how fast the final video plays.
3
Hit Stop, get video
Press Stop and ChefLapse automatically compiles your frames into an MP4. Done.
🪟 Windows 10 / 11📐 64-bit only💾 57MB install🌐 No internet required

// pricing

Simple pricing.
Own it forever.

ONE-TIME PURCHASE
$12
pay once · use forever · free updates
⬇ Download ChefLapse — $12

Windows 10/11 · 57MB · Instant download

// faq

Common questions.

Windows says "Windows protected your PC" — is it safe?
Yes, completely. This warning appears because we're an independent developer without a Microsoft publisher certificate. Click "More info" → "Run anyway" to proceed. You can verify the file on VirusTotal.com before running.
Do I need to install Python or FFmpeg?
No. ChefLapse is fully self-contained. FFmpeg is bundled inside the exe and Python is not required. Just install and run.
What happens to my screenshots after recording?
Raw PNG screenshots are saved to a temporary folder during recording and automatically deleted after the video is compiled. Only the final MP4 is kept.
Can I record a specific app without recording my whole screen?
Yes. Select any open window from the dropdown. ChefLapse uses Windows' PrintWindow API to capture it directly — even if it's behind other windows.
What video format does it export?
MP4 with H.264 encoding — compatible with every video player, YouTube, and video editing software.
Is there a Mac or Linux version?
Not currently. ChefLapse is Windows-only for now. Mac and Linux versions may come in the future.