Where Do Google Meet Recordings Go?

Where Do Google Meet Recordings Go?

Picture this: You’ve just finished recording an important Google Meet call, and now you’re wondering where it has vanished. Don’t worry–we’ve got you covered! In this article, we’ll explore the three ways to access and share Google Meet recordings:

• Google Drive
• Google Calendar
• Email inbox

For additional tips on optimizing your Google Meet experience, explore these related articles How to Schedule a Google Meet, How to Create a Google Meet on a School Chromebook, and The Complete Google Meet Guide for a Perfect Meeting.

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Getting Started with Google Meet Recordings

It’s important to note that the Google Meet recording feature is only available to users with a Google Workspace plan. As of the latest update, the Business Standard plan (priced at $10.80/month) or higher unlocks this feature. You must use a computer to record meetings, as mobile devices still don’t support this function.

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How to Find Google Meet Recordings

How to find Google Meet Recordings on Google Drive

Once your Google Meet session ends, the recording is automatically saved to Google Drive in the ‘Meet Recordings’ folder. Here's how to access and download your recorded video:

1. Go to Google Drive and sign in to your Google account.
2. Click ‘Go to Drive.’
3. In the left-hand panel, select ‘My Drive,’ then navigate to the folder titled ‘Meet Recordings.’

4. Find the recording, click the three-dotted icon (⋮), and select ‘Download’ to save it to your computer.
   

How to Share a Recording from Google Drive

1. Sign in to your Google Drive account.
2. Locate the recording that you wish to share.
3. Click the three-dotted icon (⋮) then select ‘Share’ or ‘Copy link.’
   1. Select ‘Share’ if you want to directly send the recording link to specific individuals or groups. This option allows you to control who has access to the recording by adding email addresses and specifying permissions (view, comment, or edit).
   2. Select ‘Copy link’ if you want to generate a shareable recording link. Once you copy the link, you can paste it into an email, chat, or document. You can also adjust the privacy settings of the link to make it accessible to anyone with the link or only to specific people.

How to Find Google Meet Recordings on Google Calendar Event

You can access the recording directly from the Google Calendar event if you are a Google Meet participant and work for the same organization as the meeting host. Here’s how:

1. Log in to your Google account and go to Google Calendar.
2. Locate and open the Google Calendar event.
3. Click the file attachment to view the recording in a new tab.

How to Find Google Meet Recordings via Email Inbox

If you are the meeting organizer or initiated the recording, you will receive an email with the recording link. Here’s how you can find it:

1. Log in to your Google account and click the email from Google Meet.
2. Click ‘Open in Drive’, then hit the play button.

3. If you wish to download the file, click the download icon on the upper right side of the screen.

Troubleshooting Issues with Google Meet Recordings

Why can’t I find my recordings on Google Drive?

Google Meet recordings can take some time to process, especially if the meeting is long. According to Google, the recording may take up to 24 hours to appear in your Google Drive. If you don’t see it immediately, check back after a few hours.

How can I tell if Google Meet is recording my screen?

A red recording indicator will appear on the top-left corner of your screen to confirm that the recording has started. This ensures you know when the session is being recorded.

Why can’t I record a meeting? I was able to do it last time.

There could be several reasons why you're unable to record Google Meet this time:

• Admin Settings: Your organization’s admin may have turned off the recording feature. Ensure they’ve enabled recording for video meetings in the admin console.
• Plan Restrictions: Double-check that you’re still on a paid Google Workspace plan. Only paid accounts with the appropriate subscription (like Business Standard or higher) can access the recording feature.
  

What happens if I forget to stop the Google Meet recording?

If you forget to manually stop the recording, it will automatically stop when all participants leave the meeting. Google Meet ensures the session doesn’t continue recording after everyone has exited.

How can I prevent information loss if I forget to record Google Meet calls?

A simple way to avoid missing important details in your Google Meet sessions is by using Tactiq. This tool transcribes your meetings in real-time, ensuring you don’t lose any critical information—even if you forget to record the meeting. With Tactiq installed, you’ll automatically have access to a live transcription of your conversations. Plus, it’s free!

In addition to live transcriptions, Tactiq offers enhanced features that make capturing and organizing meeting notes even easier:

• Get tailored meeting insights with custom AI prompts: Ask Tactiq AI any question about your meeting to gain deeper insights. Save these prompts and build a personalized AI library tailored to your specific role or job.
• Master efficiency with AI Meeting Kits: Tactiq allows you to create personalized meeting notes with GPT-powered AI prompts. Automate actions directly from your discussions, turning them into useful notes tailored to each meeting.

Here’s how you can install Tactiq on your computer:

1. Download the Tactiq Extension from the Chrome Web Store.
2. Click ‘Add to Chrome’ on the right-hand side of the page, then select ‘Add Extension.’
3. Open Google Meet, and you’ll see the Tactiq widget on the right-hand side of your screen during meetings.

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This tool transcribes your meetings in real-time and allows you to customize AI prompts and automate meeting notes, helping you stay on top of action items and key discussions.

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Easily Locate Your Google Meet Recordings

With Google Meet’s recording feature, you can revisit your meetings, remember important discussion points, and share them with your team. Easily find them from Google Drive, Google Calendar event, or your email inbox.