Is reverse engineering websites legal?

Yes. ui.rip captures the rendered DOM structure — the same HTML, CSS, and layout any browser sees when loading a page. It does not access server-side source code, databases, or private APIs. Using extracted UI patterns as a starting point for your own projects is a standard industry practice, similar to using browser DevTools.

Can ui.rip capture JavaScript-heavy SPAs?

Yes. ui.rip uses a real browser engine to fully render pages, including those built with React, Vue, Angular, Svelte, and other SPA frameworks. It captures the post-hydration DOM, meaning all dynamically rendered content is included.

What frameworks and output formats does ui.rip support?

ui.rip detects 10+ frontend frameworks (React, Vue, Angular, Svelte, Next.js, Nuxt, SvelteKit, and more) and outputs production-ready Next.js projects with React components, TypeScript interfaces, and Tailwind CSS styling.

How accurate is the extracted code?

ui.rip produces high-fidelity React components that closely match the original site's visual layout, typography, spacing, and color scheme. The output is clean, idiomatic code — not raw HTML dumps — with proper component decomposition and Tailwind CSS classes.

Do credits expire? Is there a subscription?

No and no. Credits never expire and there is no subscription. You buy credit packs once and use them whenever you want. Capturing and inspecting sites is always free — you only spend a credit when you download the generated project.

How is ui.rip different from v0, Locofy, or screenshot-to-code?

Unlike v0 (which generates UI from text prompts) or screenshot-to-code (which works from images), ui.rip reverse engineers live websites by crawling the actual DOM structure. Unlike Locofy (Figma-to-code), ui.rip works from production URLs, not design files. Unlike HTTrack (site mirroring), ui.rip outputs clean React components, not raw HTML copies.

What can't ui.rip do?

ui.rip extracts front-end UI structure only. It cannot access server-side logic, databases, authentication systems, or private APIs. It also cannot replicate complex runtime state, real-time data feeds, or third-party integrations. The output is a structural starting point, not a 1:1 functional clone.

Can I use ui.rip to clone my competitor's site?

ui.rip is designed for learning, prototyping, and accelerating development — not for copying competitors wholesale. You can extract UI patterns and component structures as a starting point, but you should customize the design, content, and branding to create something original. Always respect intellectual property and trademarks.

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