To record a Zoom meeting, the host or a participant with permission can use the built-in recording feature on Zoom. Here's a general step-by-step guide:
- Start or join the Zoom meeting.
- If you are the host (or have recording permission), look for the "Record" button on the Zoom toolbar, usually at the bottom of the screen.
- Click "Record." You may have options to record to your computer locally or to the cloud (cloud recording is available only for paid accounts).
- Once recording starts, a "Recording" indicator will appear, showing the meeting is being recorded.
- You can pause or stop the recording at any time using the controls.
- When the meeting ends or you stop the recording, the video file will be saved to your chosen location, typically a Zoom folder on your device for local recordings.
For mobile devices (Android or iPhone), the process involves tapping "More" during the meeting and selecting "Record" or "Record to the Cloud." Important: Only hosts and participants granted permission by the host can record within Zoom. If you don't see a record button, you likely do not have permission. If permission to record within Zoom is not granted, third-party screen recording software or the device's native screen recording feature can be used as alternatives. This summarizes the main way to record a Zoom meeting using Zoom's native features.
