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How to Capture a Webpage

Step-by-step instructions for capturing online content using Page Vault's capture tools

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The Page Vault Browser is a virtual browser hosted on our servers that lets you browse and capture web content just like you would with Chrome or Edge — log into websites, navigate through dynamic content, and preserve what's on your screen with just a few clicks. Because your browsing session runs on our servers (separate from your native browser), every capture is delivered as a high-quality, authenticated PDF with defendable metadata, helping maintain a clean chain of custody.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Launch the Page Vault Browser from your Portal, click Open the Page Vault Browser to launch the tool.
  2. Navigate to Your Target PageStart Capture
    1. Click the URL bar, enter the website address, and press Enter.
    2. The Page Vault Browser functions like any normal browser — you can click links, go back a page, or enter another URL as needed.
  3. Prepare the Page for Capture
    1. Close any pop-ups you don't want to include.
    2. Manually expand any "see more" sections or dropdowns you want to appear in the capture.
    3. Recommended: Use the "Auto-Scroll to Load Content" function before starting your capture. This loads in all of the page's content and prompts any remaining pop-ups to appear, so nothing is missed.
  4. Open capture options by selecting "Capture Page" beneath the URLCapture Options
  5. Select a Folder
    1. The first time you use Capture Mode, you'll be required to choose a folder to save your capture.
    2. After the first capture, your last-used folder will pre-populate. Click the folder name to change or create a new one.
    3. The folder selection menu gives you an easy view into folders and their subfolders.
  6. (Optional) Customize Your Capture
    1. Capture Name: A default name is pre-filled, but you can rename it.
    2. Case Matter ID: If your organization requires a CMID, you'll be prompted to enter it.
    3. Notes: Add any notes you'd like. These appear in the Portal but not on the downloadable capture.
  7. Choose a Capture Type (explained here).
  8. Click "Capture"
    1. The capture status will display in the left-hand panel.
    2. Once complete, the capture will be available in your Page Vault Portal, ready to view and download.