Google Meet is a video conferencing platform from Google that enables remote participation in meetings and discussions through computers or mobile devices.

To review or document a meeting, share the conference with absentees, or train new team members, you may need to record a Google Meet. But can you record a Google Meet? How to record a Google Meet? Here's a guide to help you record a Google Meet on your PC and smartphone, with or without permission.

Can you record a Google Meet

Google Meet provides an in-built screen recording feature that is unavailable to everyone. The recording feature is limited to specific Google Meet accounts and roles. You can check the limitations below.

Which account is allowed to record a Google Meet

Google Meet’s screen recording feature is only available for accounts using specific Google Workspace memberships. That means your team should have one of these Google Workspace plans:

Essentials
Business Standard
Business Plus
Enterprise Starter
Enterprise Essentials
Enterprise Standard
Enterprise Plus
Education Plus (Available to users with a "staff" and "student" license)
Teaching and Learning Upgrade (Available to users with a “Teaching and Learning Upgrade” license)
Workspace Individual Subscriber
Google One subscribers with 2 TB or more storage space

Who can record Google Meet

Even though you have the required Google Workspace membership, you might still not be able to record a Google Meet if you don’t have the proper role. Check below to see who can access the in-built screen recording option of Google Meet:

Host of the meeting
Member from the host's organization when Host Management is off
Co-host from outside the host’s organization
Teacher or co-teacher for meetings created through Google Classroom

What does and doesn’t Google Meet record

Before you record a Google Meet, check the following items to be sure you’ll be recording what you need.

When using the built-in recording feature in Google Meet, the following will be recorded:

Video and audio of all participants
Any presentations or screen shares that are shared during the meeting
Chat messages that are sent during the meeting (if chat is enabled)

The following will not be recorded when using the built-in recording feature in Google Meet:

Private messages sent in the chat
Annotations made on shared documents or presentations during the meeting
Live captions
Other open windows
Notifications

How to record Google Meet video call on Windows & Mac PC

If the in-built screen recording feature of Google Meet is an option for you, you can easily use it to capture a meeting or video call on your desktop quickly. However, the quality might be lower than you expected.

You can also use a third-party screen recorder to record Google Meet video calls on Windows or Mac if you cannot access the built-in screen recording feature. Since the third-party screen recorder has nearly no limitations and offers high-quality recording, it is a good choice for anyone who needs to record Google Meet video calls.

Record a Google Meet on PC as a host or permitted participant

The host can record a Google Meet using its screen recording feature. In addition, the host can choose to allow only the host or permit any participant to record the meeting. To record a Google Meet on a PC as a host or a participant with permission, follow these steps:

Step 1. Start or join a Google Meet.

Step 2. Click on the Activities icon in the bottom right corner of the Meet window, then choose the “Recording” option.

google meet recording option

Step 3. Click “Start recording”. All the participants will be notified that the meeting is recorded.

Step 4. When you want to stop the recording, go back to the “Recording” and click "Stop recording". Otherwise, the recording will stop automatically when participants leave the meeting.

Record Google Meet on PC without permissions (perfect for anyone)

If you are using a free Google Meet account or a participant with no permission, you will find that you cannot access the screen recording option in a meeting. To record a Google Meet on Windows and Mac, we suggest you use a helpful third-party tool, such as Awesome Screenshot & Recorder.

Awesome Screenshot & Recorder is a web extension that allows you to record your screen with audio and/or webcam, capture screenshots, edit videos/images, upload files to the cloud storage, share the recording via an instant link, etc. It is available on four popular browsers, including Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari.

Awesome Screenshot & Recorder

One extension for all your screen recordings & screenshots

Record screen and capture screenshots easily
Edit videos/images quickly
Store videos/images to the cloud and share instantly

Why choose Awesome Screenshot & Recorder to record Google Meet

Compatible with both Windows and Mac
Available on Chrome, Firefox, Edge, and Safari
Allows you to record Google Meet calls without permission
Offer built-in video editing tools
Provides cloud storage to free up your local storage space
Enables you to share the video/image via a link quickly
Won’t notify other participants when you start or stop the recording

Recording Google Meet with Awesome Screenshot & Recorder is easy. Follow the quick steps below.

Step 1. Download, install, and launch the Awesome Screenshot & Recorder extension. Sign in to it or create an account.

Step 2. Open and join a Google Meet in the same browser. Stay on that tab.

Step 3. Click on the Awesome Screenshot & Recorder icon, tap the "Record" tab, select the "This Tab" option, and set the other recording parameters, including video resolution, cloud or local storage, and so on.

awesome screenshot and recorder record this tab

Step 4. Once the setting is done, hit the blue "Start Recording" button. The recording will automatically start after a 3-second countdown by default.

Step 5. If you want to stop the recording, you just hit the Pause icon in the control bar of Awesome Screenshot & Recorder. Then, a Stop icon will appear near the Pause icon. Just click it to stop the recording.

stop or pause recording of awesome screenshot and recorder Step 6. View your recorded Google Meet and edit it if needed. You can also download it locally, upload it to the cloud, or share it instantly.

check recorded googl meet on awesome screenshot and recorder

How to record a Google Meet video call on a phone

Mobile users can also record a Google Meet using a screen recording feature or a third-party screen recorder application, based on availability and preference.

Record a Google Meet on phone with audio using GMeet’s in-built screen recording feature

If you are the host or participant with permission, you may be able to use Google Meet’s screen recording feature on your mobile device. Cloud recording is the only option for recording the meeting from your mobile phone.

Here is how to record Google Meet on a phone using the cloud recording feature.

Step 1. Open Google Meet on your phone and set your account to cloud recording. If you are recording locally, there is no "Record Meeting" option on your phone.

Step 2. Start a meeting from your phone, tap the "More" icon in the lower toolbar, and select "Record Meeting".

record meeting option on phone

Step 3. To stop the recording, go back to the "More" icon and tap the "Pause Recording" option.

Step 4. Once the Google Meet ends, you can find the captured video in the "Meeting History" tab.

You can use a third-party screen recording application if you have no “Record meeting” option. Just review the guides below.

Record a Google Meet on Android without permission

Android phone comes with a default screen recording tool that can be used to record Google Meet calls. If you are a participant without permission, this is a solution. Please make sure that your Android phone has enough storage space.

Now, let’s see how you can record a Google Meet on Android using Android’s default screen recording tool.

Step 1. Open Google Meet and join the meeting you wish to capture.

Step 2. Swipe from the top of the screen of your Android phone, and choose "Screen recorder" from the menu to start recording.

android screen recorder

Step 3. Click on the red button to stop recording the Google Meet.

Step 4. Find the recorded meeting in the Gallery app.

Record a Google Meet on iPhone without permission

The iPhone also features a convenient built-in screen recording tool that allows you to capture your screen activities. It can be used to record a Google Meet without needing permission or sending notifications. Please refer to the guides below for instructions.

Step 1. Open your iPhone, go to "Settings" > "Control Center".

Step 2. Check whether "Screen Recording" is included in the list or not. If it is already in it, then OK. Otherwise find "Screen Recording" in "More Controls" and press "+" to add it.

enable screen recording feature on iPhone

Step 3. Go to the control panel and press the recording icon to start recording.

iPhone screen recording feature

Step 4. The recording will start automatically. You can switch to your Google meeting to let it be captured.

Step 5. To end the recording, you just go to the control panel and hit the recording icon again.

Step 6. You can access your recorded Google meeting in the Photo app.

Conclusion

This post offers complete guides for learning how to record Google Meet on desktop or mobile devices, with or without permission. I hope it will be helpful for you.

FAQs about Google Meet Recording

1. Why can’t I record a Google Meet?

There are several reasons why you might not be able to record a Google Meet:

You are using a free account: Google Meet doesn't offer video and audio recording with the free plan.
The host has disabled recording: The host of the meeting can disable recording for all participants. If this is the case, you will not be able to record the call even if you have the option to do so.
You don’t have permission to record: Only the host and certain participants with permission can record a Google Meet. If you do not have permission, you will not be able to record the call.
Your device or internet connection: Make sure that your device and internet connection meet the minimum requirements for Google Meet and that the recording software is up to date.
Your device doesn't support the Google Meet recording feature: The recording feature may not be available on all devices, which include mobile devices, tablets, and specific browsers. Some mobile devices do not allow recording other people's audio on the call due to the device's microphone access limitation.
Incorrect settings: Make sure that the settings on your device are configured correctly to allow recording. Check that your microphone and camera are enabled and properly set up.

If none are the case, try checking Google Meet's Help Center or contact Google support for more information.

2. Can We do recording in Google Meet?

Yes, you can record a Google Meet on a computer or a smartphone with the proper permissions and settings.

To record a Google Meet on a computer, as a host or a participant with permission, you can click on the "More" button in the bottom right corner of the Meet window, then click on "Record meeting".

You can use a screen recording app to record a Google Meet on a smartphone.

3. Can I record Google Meet for free?

Yes, you can record a Google Meet for free if you have a Google account and the proper permissions. Google Meet includes recording meetings for free for all G Suite and G Suite for Education customers.

When you start recording, everyone in the meeting will be notified that the session is being recorded, and a recording notification banner will appear. The recording will capture audio, video, and shared screens and will be saved to the organizer's Google Drive account. The recording is saved as a video file, which you can watch, share or download.

You can also use third-party screen recording software that can record the entire screen, including the Google Meet window.

4. Where Do the Google Meet recordings Go?

Google Meet recordings are automatically saved to Google Drive in a "Meet recordings" folder. You can find the recordings in the "Google Drive" section of the left sidebar in Google Drive, and then in the "Meet recordings" folder.

You can access the recordings from the Google Meet call by clicking on the three dots at the top right corner of the call window and then selecting "Recordings" this will open the folder where the recording was saved. Also, you can open the Google Meet recordings folder in Google Drive directly, where you can play the recording, download it, share it, or delete it.

You can also access the recordings by going to the Google Meet website and then clicking on the "Recordings" tab, this will show a list of all your recorded meetings, and you can play, download, or share the recordings. It's worth noting that the recording feature may only be available in some account types. It also requires the admin to enable it.

Please note if you're part of a G Suite organization, the recordings might be deleted after 30 days, Or it depends on the settings that your organization has.

5. Why is There no Record Button on Google Meet?

There is a record button on Google Meet, but it is not always visible to all users. The ability to record a Google Meet session is a feature only available to users with a G Suite Enterprise or G Suite Enterprise for Education account. With these accounts, the meeting host can start and stop recording, and the recording will be automatically saved to Google Drive.

If you cannot see the record button, it may be because your account type does not enable the recording feature. You can try contacting your administrator to ask if they can allow it for your account. Additionally, third-party software and browser extensions are available that can record a google meet session.

Additionally, in some countries or regions, Google meet recording feature is not supported for compliance and legal reasons.

6. Where is the Record Option in Google Meet?

The record button in Google Meet is at the bottom of the screen, next to the camera and microphone buttons. Once you've joined a meeting, look for the three dots icon in the bottom-right corner of the screen. Click on that, and you will see the recording option. To start recording, click on the "Start recording" button.

7. How Do I Know if My Google Meet is Being Recorded?

If you're a participant in a Google Meet session that is being recorded, you will see a message at the top of the screen that says "Recording in progress." A red recording icon will also appear next to the meeting code and the host's name at the top of the screen, indicating that the session is being recorded.

Also, when someone starts a recording, all the participants will be notified with a pop-up message "Recording started by [host's name]".

8. What format is the meeting recorded in Google Meet?

Google Meet recordings are saved in MP4 format.

9. How can I share the Google Meet recording?

There are several ways to share a Google Meet recording:

Share the link: After a recording is finished and saved to Google Drive, a link to the recording will be sent to all meeting participants via email. You can also find the link in the email notification you received. You can share this link with anyone who wasn't in the original meeting, such as colleagues or students.
Share the file: The recording will be saved in Google Drive, You can open the Google Drive folder containing the recording and share it with others by giving them access to the file. To do this, right-click on the file and select "Share" from the menu.
Collaboration in Google Drive: You can add people as collaborators to the Google Drive folder where the recording is saved. That way, they can access the file and make changes if you allow them to edit.
Google Classroom: If you're a teacher and you want to share the recording with your students, you can post the recording link to Google Classroom. This allows all students to access and watch the recording at their convenience.

It's important to note that if you share a recording with someone, they can view and download the file. If you want to restrict access to the recording, you can change the sharing settings on the Google Drive file to "private" so that only people with the link can view it.

Also, remember that the recording is automatically deleted from Google Drive after 30 days. You can download or save it locally or share it with those who need it before 30 days pass.

How to Record Google Meet (Step-by-Step Guide)

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