Call recording permissions in video conferencing software

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the permissions related to call recording in various video conferencing software, specifically focusing on whether only the host has the ability to record meetings or if participants can also record. The scope includes practical applications of software features and legal considerations.

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Main Points Raised

  • One participant questions whether only the host of a video conference has the permission to record the call, implying that participants may also have this capability.
  • Another participant states that in Google Meet, only the host has recording permissions, while in Zoom, participants can record if the host allows it, suggesting variability across platforms.
  • Some participants mention the possibility of using third-party screen recording software to capture the call, regardless of the built-in permissions.
  • Legal considerations are raised, noting that recording permissions may also depend on local laws and company policies.
  • A participant provides a link to Microsoft Teams' support page regarding recording permissions, indicating a search for authoritative information.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants express differing views on the recording capabilities across various platforms, indicating that there is no consensus on whether only hosts can record or if participants have that option as well.

Contextual Notes

Participants acknowledge that legal frameworks and company policies may affect recording permissions, but these factors are not fully explored in the discussion.

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Call recording permission in video conferencing software.
Do the Host only get the permissions of call recording in video conferencing software?

I.e. Teams, Google meet, Zoom, Skype etc.

I mean the Host who creates the meeting and invite other participants to join the meeting on a specific date and time only has the permission to record the call. The participants who join the call can also record the video call?
 
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In Google Meet, only the host has the permission. In Zoom, I have seen that participants can record the meeting too, but the availability of that option can probably be controlled by the host. Can't comment on the others.

You can, of course, use your own screen recording software and record the call.
 
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Wrichik Basu said:
You can, of course, use your own screen recording software and record the call.
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Beyond software permissions, laws vary from state to state and from country to country so make sure you're not running afoul of any law or company policy.
 
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