Abstract Screenshot vs The Mercure protocol
If you need a Development API that's easy to integrate, go with Abstract Screenshot.
Abstract Screenshot
Take programmatic screenshots of web pages from any website
The Mercure protocol
[Mercure](https://mercure.rocks) is a protocol allowing to push data updates to web browsers and other HTTP clients in a convenient, fast, reliable and battery-efficient way.
Abstract Screenshot
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
The Mercure protocol
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
| Feature | Abstract Screenshot | The Mercure protocol |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | apiKey | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | Yes | Unknown |
When to use which?
Abstract Screenshot works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.