What is OpenReplay?
OpenReplay is an open-source, self-hosted session replay and product analytics platform that lets you see exactly how users interact with your web or mobile app—without sending sensitive data to third parties. Built for teams who prioritize data privacy, security, and full control, it captures every click, scroll, error, and network request so you can understand real user behavior.
Unlike cloud-only tools like FullStory or Hotjar, OpenReplay runs entirely on your infrastructure. This makes it ideal for enterprises in regulated industries (like finance, healthcare, or HR tech) where compliance (GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2) is non-negotiable. You get deep insights without compromising user trust.
What are the features of OpenReplay?
- Session ReplayWatch pixel-perfect replays of user sessions, including console logs, network activity, and JavaScript errors.
- Product AnalyticsTrack funnels, user journeys, retention, and heatmaps—all linked directly to session recordings for context.
- DevTools IntegrationDebug issues faster with built-in browser dev tools that sync with replays to inspect DOM, network calls, and performance.
- Co-browsingJoin live user sessions to assist customers in real time—no downloads or meeting links needed.
- AI-Powered Insights (kAI)Automatically surface bugs, rage clicks, dead clicks, and performance bottlenecks.
- Mobile SupportCapture and replay sessions from iOS and Android apps.
- Self-HostingDeploy on your own servers or cloud (AWS, GCP, etc.) with full data ownership and no external dependencies.
What are the use cases of OpenReplay?
- Engineering teamsreproduce and fix frontend bugs in minutes instead of hours by replaying exact user sessions.
- Product managersvalidate feature impact by analyzing funnel drop-offs backed by real session evidence.
- Customer support agentsresolve issues faster by co-browsing with users and seeing their screen in real time.
- UX researchersuncover usability flaws by watching how real people navigate the app—no surveys needed.
- Compliance officersmeet strict data residency requirements by keeping all analytics data on-premises.
- Startups scaling securelyavoid vendor lock-in and unpredictable pricing by using open-source analytics.
How to use OpenReplay?
- Deploy OpenReplayusing Docker or Kubernetes on your preferred cloud or on-prem server (follow official docs).
- Install the lightweight SDKin your web or mobile app with just a few lines of code.
- Start recording sessions—all user interactions are captured automatically (you can exclude sensitive fields).
- Explore replays and analyticsin the intuitive dashboard to find bugs, friction points, or engagement trends.
- Use co-browsingby generating a shareable link during a live session to assist users instantly.
- Set up alertsfor errors, slow pages, or custom events to stay proactive about user experience issues.






