SOP Rocket

A free, open-source desktop SOP generator for Windows. Capture screenshots, annotate them, and export polished PDFs.

Download for Windows View source on GitHub

MIT licensed · Runs offline · No account required

Editor
SOP Rocket editor: an Onboarding SOP titled "VPN and Remote" with a numbered step, an annotated screenshot of a VPN signup page, and a green tip callout.
PDF Output
Exported PDF showing the same SOP rendered as polished step-by-step pages with annotated screenshots and a tip callout.
Workflow

How SOP Rocket works

1

Create a new SOP

Start a new SOP, give it a name, and outline the main steps.

2

Capture steps with screenshots

Drag in, paste, or record screenshots of each step as you work through the process.

3

Annotate and refine

Add arrows, circles, ellipses, blur regions, and notes to each screenshot.

4

Export to PDF, DOCX, HTML, or Markdown

Save the finished SOP in the format you need. Files live in a folder you choose on your computer.

Support

Frequently asked questions

SOP Rocket is a free, open-source desktop SOP generator for Windows. It helps you create standard operating procedures with screenshots and annotations, then export them to PDF. See how SOP Rocket works.
Yes. SOP Rocket is free and open source under the MIT license. There's no subscription, no account, and no paid tier. Download the Windows installer from GitHub or build it yourself from source.
Your SOPs are stored locally on your computer, in a folder you choose (for example, Documents/SOPs). SOP Rocket does not upload your standard operating procedures to the cloud.
No. SOP Rocket is a native Windows app. You do not need a browser, Chrome extension, or online account to create and use your SOPs.
SOP Rocket exports your standard operating procedures to PDF, DOCX (Word), HTML, and Markdown. PDF export includes your brand colors and logo for a professional look.
Unlike Scribe or Trainual, SOP Rocket is a free, open-source Windows desktop app. There is no subscription, no browser extension required, no account, and no cloud dependency. Your SOP files stay on your computer. Read our detailed comparisons: SOP Rocket vs Scribe and SOP Rocket vs Trainual.
Yes. SOP Rocket is built for small businesses, freelancers, and agencies that need to document processes without paying for enterprise SOP platforms. Because it's free and open source, there are no recurring costs no matter how much you use it. Learn more about SOP software for small business.
Yes. SOP Rocket lets you capture or paste screenshots into each step, then annotate them with arrows, circles, ellipses, and blur regions to highlight important details. This makes your standard operating procedures clear and easy to follow.
Yes. SOP Rocket is open source under the MIT license. The full source code is on GitHub at github.com/dylanpjenkins/sop-rocket — read it, build it yourself, or contribute.
Download the latest Windows installer from the GitHub Releases page. You can also clone the repository and build from source with Node.js (npm install, then npm run build:win).
Resources

Learn more about SOPs and process documentation

Guides, templates, and comparisons to help you build better standard operating procedures for your team.

Guide

What Is an SOP?

A complete guide to standard operating procedures — what they are, why they matter, and how to use them in your business.

Read the guide Guide

How to Write an SOP

Step-by-step instructions for writing effective standard operating procedures your team will actually follow.

Read the guide Comparison

Best SOP Software Compared

An honest comparison of the top SOP tools — pricing, features, and who each one is built for.

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