All Guides

Browse everything we’ve published about CaptureGem. If you’re new, start with Start Here. If you’re looking for site-specific workflows, start with Platforms.

Getting started

First-run checklist for a dedicated recording computer (1 min read) — Set up a desktop recording machine with storage, monitoring, and recovery in mind.
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Record BongaCams with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported BongaCams model.
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Record CamSoda with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported CamSoda model.
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CaptureGem features to use first (1 min read) — A practical tour of model monitoring, recordings, review, and proxy capture.
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Your first CaptureGem recording (1 min read) — Add a supported model, record a short session, and verify the finished file.
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Record MyFreeCams with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported MyFreeCams model.
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Record Chaturbate with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported Chaturbate model.
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Record Stripchat with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported Stripchat model.
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Platforms

Record BongaCams with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported BongaCams model.
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Record CamSoda with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported CamSoda model.
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CaptureGem proxy workflow on macOS (1 min read) — Use the app’s Proxy tab to test a browser stream and verify the finished recording.
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Record MyFreeCams with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported MyFreeCams model.
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Record Chaturbate with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported Chaturbate model.
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Record Stripchat with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported Stripchat model.
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Features & workflow

Data Locations and Automation Options — Find the active profile and supported desktop or standalone Linux workflow.
Watching Saved Recordings on Another Device (1 min read) — Share verified finished recordings with your own devices without exposing temporary files.
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Organizing and Archiving CaptureGem Recordings (1 min read) — Keep CaptureGem recordings organized and verify copies before archiving.
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Planning automatic recording coverage (1 min read) — Use Auto Record modes across time zones and keep the recording computer available.
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Choosing a Player for CaptureGem VR Recordings (1 min read) — Check stereo layout and projection when viewing a saved VR stream.
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Monitoring CaptureGem Recordings Locally (1 min read) — Use CaptureGem Monitor and logs without relying on an unsupported public status API.
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Getting Help with CaptureGem (1 min read) — Collect useful diagnostics and use CaptureGem support channels.
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Automation and recording events: current options (1 min read) — Use Auto Record for saved videos and separate tools for custom scripts or webhooks.
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GPU acceleration and CaptureGem recordings (1 min read) — Understand when the GPU matters for playback and why there is no NVENC, Quick Sync, or AMF recording switch.
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CaptureGem and OBS Studio: Different Recording Workflows (1 min read) — Compare CaptureGem stream recording with OBS screen and window capture.
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Technical Guide: Embedding High-Quality Video Previews in Astro (2 min read) — Learn how to embed optimized video previews using HTML5, Cloudflare R2, and Astro components. Optimize for speed, performance, and low bandwidth costs.
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Proxy Settings and Separate CaptureGem Profiles (1 min read) — Use CaptureGem proxy controls and keep experimental instances isolated.
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Multiple recordings: bandwidth and storage limits (1 min read) — Estimate network and disk use, then confirm capacity with finished recordings.
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Using External or Network Storage with CaptureGem (1 min read) — Check the configured video and temporary paths before using external storage.
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Checking a CaptureGem Computer Remotely (1 min read) — Use a private remote desktop or file-access setup; keep recorder interfaces private.
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Understanding CaptureGem Recording Files (1 min read) — Learn how CaptureGem saves streams and handles unfinished media.
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Network Routing for CaptureGem Recordings (1 min read) — Test proxy or VPN routing with a short recording and check each provider path.
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Record BongaCams with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported BongaCams model.
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Record CamSoda with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported CamSoda model.
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Your first CaptureGem recording (1 min read) — Add a supported model, record a short session, and verify the finished file.
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CaptureGem keyboard shortcuts (1 min read) — Use the current Record-tab shortcuts while keeping dialogs and text input in mind.
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CaptureGem proxy workflow on macOS (1 min read) — Use the app’s Proxy tab to test a browser stream and verify the finished recording.
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Record MyFreeCams with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported MyFreeCams model.
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Record Chaturbate with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported Chaturbate model.
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Record Stripchat with CaptureGem (1 min read) — A current, source-first workflow for recording a supported Stripchat model.
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Tools & interactive

The Toolbag — Centralized directory of all our interactive tools and calculators.
Plugin & Feature Wishlist — Vote on requested features or submit your own ideas.
Network Diagnostic Tool — Test latency and connectivity to major cam site endpoints.
Config Validator & Sanitizer — Check your config.json for errors and performance bottlenecks.
Rig Thermal & Cooling Calc — Estimate heat output and airflow requirements for your server space.
Rig Power Estimator — Calculate the electricity cost of running your 24/7 recording server.
Hook Script Library — Copy-paste snippets for Discord notifications and file automation.
Metadata Batch Renamer — Automatically rename your recording files based on their JSON metadata.
Model Archive Search — Index and search your local CaptureGem metadata files privacy-first.
Video Quality Troubleshooter — Diagnose bitrate drops and frame issues in your recordings.
Hardware Compatibility DB — Community-verified hardware setups and performance.
FFmpeg Command Generator — Create optimized commands for transcoding and clipping.
Interactive Rig Builder — Get custom hardware recommendations for your recording server.
Web-based Metadata Editor — Edit CaptureGem .json metadata files directly in your browser.
Config Sanitizer — Strip sensitive tokens and passwords from your config.json for safe sharing.
Bandwidth & Data Calculator — Estimate required network speeds for multi-model recording.
Recording Summary Generator — Upload a CaptureGem .json file to generate a pretty summary report.
Setup Wizard — Get a tailored configuration checklist in 5 minutes.
Safe Recording Calculator — Find your system's concurrent stream limit.
Model Watchlist — Real-time online notifications for your favorite technical streamers.
Interactive Troubleshooter — Parse your config.json for instant error detection.
Compatibility Matrix — Verified stability and proxy requirements for major sites.

Monitor

Live Rig Monitor — Connect your CaptureGem instance to monitor performance in real-time.

Settings & audio

High-Resolution Recording — Measure source quality and storage needs.
Playback Troubleshooting — Check the file before adjusting player settings.
Planning automatic recording coverage (1 min read) — Use Auto Record modes across time zones and keep the recording computer available.
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Using Auto Record Reliably in CaptureGem (1 min read) — Choose Auto Record modes and troubleshoot automatic recordings using current CaptureGem controls.
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Do you need a GPU for multiple recordings? (1 min read) — Choose hardware for CaptureGem based on actual capture, playback, and external editing needs.
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GPU acceleration and CaptureGem recordings (1 min read) — Understand when the GPU matters for playback and why there is no NVENC, Quick Sync, or AMF recording switch.
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Scaling recordings: network, storage, and CPU (1 min read) — Understand which resources simultaneous stream capture actually uses.
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Will GPU overclocking improve recordings? (1 min read) — Why CaptureGem capture problems usually call for network, storage, or file checks first.
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Recording high-resolution streams reliably (1 min read) — Check the source, network, storage, and finalization when capturing high-bitrate video.
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Keeping CaptureGem Running on Windows (1 min read) — Prevent sleep and verify recording storage without forcing unsupported GPU settings.
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Multiple recordings: bandwidth and storage limits (1 min read) — Estimate network and disk use, then confirm capacity with finished recordings.
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Understanding CaptureGem Recording Files (1 min read) — Learn how CaptureGem saves streams and handles unfinished media.
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Backing Up CaptureGem Settings (1 min read) — Back up the active CaptureGem configuration without relying on a nonexistent profiles file.
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Audio in recorded streams: what to check (1 min read) — Check whether a recorded stream contains audio and how to diagnose a silent file.
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Recording settings that matter (1 min read) — Choose Auto Record, source resolution, storage folders, and recovery checks in CaptureGem.
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Proxy

Proxy Settings and Separate CaptureGem Profiles (1 min read) — Use CaptureGem proxy controls and keep experimental instances isolated.
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CaptureGem proxy workflow on macOS (1 min read) — Use the app’s Proxy tab to test a browser stream and verify the finished recording.
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CaptureGem proxy workflow on Windows (1 min read) — Route a separate Chrome session through the app’s local proxy and verify a short recording.
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VR

Adjusting Playback of VR Recordings (1 min read) — Match VR playback layout and projection to the source recording.
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Choosing a Player for CaptureGem VR Recordings (1 min read) — Check stereo layout and projection when viewing a saved VR stream.
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Playing CaptureGem VR Recordings (1 min read) — Adjust VR player projection and stereo settings to match the recorded source.
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Troubleshooting & reset

Troubleshoot a CaptureGem recording (1 min read) — Check source detection, storage, processing, and the finished file when a recording fails.
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How to Reset CaptureGem Settings Safely (2 min read) — Reset settings while preserving recordings and recoverable source files.
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Files & backups

Archiving CaptureGem Recordings to Cloud Storage (1 min read) — Copy verified finished recordings to cloud storage as a separate archive workflow.
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CaptureGem recording and configuration folders (1 min read) — Find the active desktop profile, finished videos, and temporary recording data.
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How to Reset CaptureGem Settings Safely (2 min read) — Reset settings while preserving recordings and recoverable source files.
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