Recording a Google Meet Without G Suite or Host Permission

Important Ethical and Legal Considerations
Always get explicit consent from all participants before recording a Google Meet session. Recording without permission can be unethical and, in many regions, legally problematic. Transparency is essential.

Method 1: Using Screen Recording Software (PC & Mac)

This method captures your screen and system audio, recording the Google Meet session.

Choose Screen Recording Software:

• Windows: Xbox Game Bar (built-in, Win + G), OBS Studio (free), ShareX (free), Camtasia (paid), Bandicam (paid).

• Mac: QuickTime Player (built-in), OBS Studio (free), ScreenFlow (paid), Camtasia (paid).

Configure Your Screen Recorder:

• Select Recording Area: Choose the Google Meet window or full screen.

• Audio Input: Ensure the recorder captures system audio (desktop or tab audio). If needed, include your microphone input.

Start and Stop Recording:

• Begin recording before or at the start of the meeting.

• Stop recording once the meeting ends.

• Find your saved recording in the location specified in your recording software.

Method 2: Using Chrome Extensions for Screen Recording

Some Chrome extensions can record your browser window and system audio.

Examples:

• Loom, Screencastify, Nimbus Capture, Awesome Screen Recorder. Search "screen recorder" in the Chrome Web Store.

How to Use a Chrome Extension:

• Install and activate the extension from the Chrome toolbar.

• Select the Google Meet tab and ensure "system audio" or "tab audio" is enabled.

• Start recording, conduct your meeting, then stop and save the recording.

Considerations for Unofficial Recording Methods:

• No Google Drive Storage: Recordings are saved locally, not in Google Drive.

• Audio Setup Can Be Tricky: Ensure system audio recording is correctly configured.

• Performance Impact: Screen recording can use significant system resources.

• Quality May Vary: Unofficial methods may not match Google Meet’s built-in recording quality.

• Ethical Reminder: Always inform participants before recording. Consent is key for ethical and legal reasons.