Gyazo is a polished screenshot tool with a native client (especially popular in gaming and Japan). The free tier limits history to 7 days and gates the API and custom domain behind a paid plan. swiftimg ships the same one-keypress workflow via ShareX / @swiftimg/cli with permanent URLs on free anonymous uploads.
swiftimg vs Gyazo at a glance
| Feature | swiftimg | Gyazo |
|---|---|---|
| Screenshot history retention | Forever | 7 days (free) / Forever (paid) |
| REST API | Yes (free) | Paid (Pro) |
| Custom domain | From $9/mo | Pro plan |
| Native screenshot tool | ShareX + CLI (via API) | First-party app |
| Animated GIF → WebP | Automatic | Animated GIF supported |
| Anonymous upload | Yes | Account required |
List prices as of 2026 for context — directional, not apples-to-apples. Check each provider for current pricing.
When Gyazo is the better choice
Gyazo if you prefer their first-party desktop client and don't mind the rolling-history limit on free, or you want their built-in capture / annotation flow.
swiftimg vs Gyazo — FAQ
Does swiftimg have a native desktop app like Gyazo?
Not as a single first-party app — but ShareX (Windows), @swiftimg/cli, and iOS Shortcuts hand off to swiftimg's API for the same upload-and-copy flow.
Will my old Gyazo URLs keep working?
Yes — Gyazo hosts your existing screenshots. swiftimg can be the new home for screenshots taken after you switch.
Why the screenshot-history limit on Gyazo Free?
Gyazo trims free-tier history to 7 days. swiftimg's free anonymous uploads don't expire, so you keep one URL forever without paying.
Ready to switch from Gyazo?
Start free, then unlock the full API, transforms, signed URLs, and a custom domain on the Developer plan.