How to Record GoTo Meetings? [With Screenshots]

Perhaps you have frequently experienced problems recording GoTo Meetings or you are using the conferencing app for the first time and wondering how you can record GoTo meeting sessions. Don't worry as we are here to help you make your work easier and ensure you get your way around this. Well, this article gives you a detailed guide on how to record a GoTo meeting irrespective of whether you are the host or a participant.

Can you screen record on GoTo?

Yes! You can always record GoTo meetings on your screen. However, it has the following requirements:

1. You must have a GoTo Meeting Pro account.
2. The cloud recording feature should be activated by the account admin.

If you have met these two requirements, you can use the built-in record feature on the GoTo platform to directly record and download the goto meeting recording.

On the other hand, if you are just an attendee and you don't have permission to record GoTo meetings. You may need a third-party tool like Wondershare Filmora to record the meeting.

How To Record a GoTo Meeting on the Built-in Desktop App & Web?

Here is the step-by-step guide to recording a GoTo Meeting using the built-in tool with software and on the Web.

These two options offer the same features and layout and hence have similar recording procedures. The maximum recording length is 8 hours (with attendees) or 2 hours (without attendees).

Step 1. First, open the GoTo meeting and join the meeting either using the desktop app or the web app.

Step 2. Navigate to the bottom of the screen and click the record button to start recording the session.

Step 3. The recording will stop automatically once the host or the co-host ends the meeting. However, you can also end the recording by clicking the "Leave Meeting" X icon at the bottom center of the screen.

Step 4. If you recorded to the cloud, go to the "Past" tab and make sure the "Recorded" option is enabled. You can move the slider to activate it. Now, choose a suitable filter option, and find your recorded session. If you recorded locally, the recording will be available on your computer as a WEBM file. You can simply convert it to a suitable format and send it to your organizer.

How To Record a GoTo Meeting on the Built-in Mobile App

Here are the steps to record a GoTo session using the built-in GoTo Meeting app.

Step 1. Download the GoTo mobile app onto your device. Open it and join or start the meeting depending on whether you are the host or participant.

Step 2. Now, tap the "More" tab and select the "Record" option.

Step 3. GoTo meeting recording will automatically start on your mobile device. If you want to pause or stop the meeting, simply select the "Pause" option. Or you can leave the session.

2 Ways Record GoToMeeting as Attendee Without Permission (Using Third-Party Tools)

Even though GoTo Meeting does not allow attendees to record a meeting session, it doesn't mean your hands are tied. As an attendee, you can still seamlessly record the meeting as though you are the host. However, you will need a suitable third-party screen recording tool on your device. In this section, we shall cover some of the best ways to use third-party tools to record a GoTo meeting when you are not the host:

Method 1: Record GoToMeeting on PC/Mac Using Wondershare Filmora

Primarily as a video editor, Wondershare Filmora also offers one of the best screen recording features that lets you record any activity on your screen including GoTo meetings with ease. When it comes to screen recording software, Filmora can record any size and area of the screen for an unlimited time. You can record the entire GoTo meeting screen including the attendees. Let's see some of its top-notch features:

Stunning Features:

• Schedule a time to finish recording even if you are not available use the record timer.
• Save system audio and voice recording in different tracks.
• Record to any video length as long as you need.
• Convert speech into texts without adding subtitles manually.
• Remove background noise from screen recordings with AI audio denoiser.
• Split long recordings into shorts and remove unwanted parts.
• Generate background music according to the video contents.
• Add voice changer effects to keep the privacy.
• Generate voices in different accents from 48 natural voiceovers in 33 languages.
• Change the webcam video background after recording with powerful editing features.

How to Record GoTo Meetings Using Wondershare Filmora?

Here is how to record a GoTo meeting as an attendee without permission using Wondershare Filmora.

Step 1. Download and install Wondershare Filmora on your computer.

Step 2. Launch it to access the main interface then click the "Record" drop-down icon on the menu bar. From the subsequent options, choose "Record PC Screen".

Step 3. Before proceeding, make sure you open the GoTo Meeting app on your computer and join the meeting. Now, go back to Wondershare Filmora and choose your preferred recording modes. Here, you need to choose the desired recording screen area/size and activate/disable the microphone, system audio, and camera.

Step 4. Click the "Settings" tab and choose your preferred recording settings. You can adjust the frame rate, quality, destination, mouse clicks, and countdown time among others.

Step 5. Wait for the GoTo meeting to start then hit the red record button, alternatively, you can press F9 to start recording.

Step 6. Press F9 or click the stop button to finish recording. Once you have ended the meeting, you can edit your recorded video directly on the platform using the array of editing features. When you are done, click the "Export" button and choose your preferred output options.

Method 2: Record a Call on GoTo Online Using Bubbles Chrome Extension

Another method to record GoTo meetings if you are a participant is to use the Bubbles Chrome extension. This is simply a notetaker joining the meeting on your behalf and you can initiate the recording with ease. However, it is worth noting that this tool leaves Bubbles watermark on the recording and you can only remove it if you upgrade to the premium version.

How to Record A GoTo Meeting with Bubbles Chrome Extension?

Step 1. Add Bubble Chrome extension to your Google Chrome then open it and past the GoTo meeting link. Wait for the NoteTaker to join the meeting. This should take a few seconds.

Step 2. When the NoteTaker joins the meeting, click the "Start Recording" button to trigger the GoTo meeting recording.

Step 3. When the meeting comes to an end or you decide to end it normally, the NoteTaker also leaves the meeting automatically. You can then find your recorded session in the NoteTaker section or via the link you receive in your email.

Conclusion

While GoTo Meeting only allows the host or co-organizers to record the meeting, it doesn't mean you cannot record the meeting if you are a participant. With a good screen recorder like Wondershare Filmora, you can conveniently record GoTo Meetings and seamlessly share with other members. Download Wondershare Filmora you're bound to transform how you record GoTo meetings irrespective of whether you are the host or a participant.