capturre

Capturre is a neologism used in certain online communities to refer to the deliberate collection, preservation, and curation of ephemeral digital content—such as livestreams, short videos, or social-media posts—that might otherwise be lost.

Origin and usage: The term appears to have emerged in informal online discourse in the early 2020s. It is not recognized by major dictionaries, and its precise origin is unclear; it seems to be a portmanteau combining "capture" with a French-sounding suffix to signal a distinct practice.

Definition: As a noun, capturre denotes the act or instance of capturing and archiving content; as a verb, to capturre means to undertake such a capture and preservation. The emphasis is on provenance, metadata, and contextual notes.

Practice: Common methods include screen recording, web archiving, and the use of archive-focused tools. Capturre often involves documenting source, date, and permissions; practitioners may share archives within communities.

Ethics and reception: Legal and ethical considerations are central. Reposting or storing copyrighted material without permission can raise issues; platforms may prohibit automated captures. Proponents argue it supports digital history and cultural memory, while critics raise concerns about consent and copyright.

See also: archiving, digital preservation, web archiving.