Zoom continues to dominate as one of the most popular tools for virtual meetings, webinars, and team collaborations. Whether you’re attending a work presentation, hosting an online class, or collaborating on a project, recording Zoom meetings can be an invaluable way to review content, share information, and stay organized.

In 2025, Zoom has introduced several enhancements to its recording features, making it even easier to capture and save your meetings. In this guide, we’ll walk you through the steps to record a Zoom meeting—whether you’re a host or a participant—and provide tips for managing and sharing your recordings effectively.

How to Record a Zoom Meeting in 2025

Step 1: Know the Rules for Recording

Before recording a Zoom meeting, ensure you have permission from the meeting host. Zoom notifies participants when a recording starts, which helps maintain transparency.

If you’re the host, you can start recording immediately. If you’re a participant, you’ll need the host’s permission to record.

Step 2: Recording as a Host

Using Zoom on a Desktop (Windows/Mac)

1. Start the Meeting: Begin the Zoom meeting as the host.

2. Click Record: In the meeting toolbar, click the Record button. You’ll be prompted to choose between:

• Record to This Computer: Save the recording directly to your device.

• Record to the Cloud: Store the recording on Zoom’s cloud service for easy access and sharing.

3. Pause or Stop Recording: Use the buttons in the toolbar to pause or stop the recording.

Using Zoom on Mobile (iOS/Android)

1. Start or Join the Meeting: Log in to your Zoom account and start the meeting.

2. Tap Record: Tap the three-dot menu (More) in the bottom-right corner and select Record to the Cloud. (Local recording isn’t available on mobile.)

3. Pause or Stop: Use the pause or stop buttons in the toolbar as needed.

Step 3: Recording as a Participant

If you’re not the host, you’ll need the host’s permission to record. Once granted, follow the same steps as above to start recording.

Step 4: Access Your Recordings

Local Recordings

• Go to your computer’s Zoom folder (usually located in the Documents folder) to find your recording.

• Files are saved as MP4 (video), M4A (audio), and a TXT file for chat logs.

Cloud Recordings

• Log in to your Zoom account and navigate to Recordings in the dashboard.

• Download, share, or review your recordings directly from the Zoom cloud.

Tips for Recording Zoom Meetings

1. Check Your Storage Space: Ensure you have enough local storage for large video files or adequate cloud storage capacity.

2. Optimize Audio and Video Quality: Use a good microphone and stable internet connection for clear recordings.

3. Notify Participants: Always inform meeting attendees that the session will be recorded.

4. Edit the Recording: Use tools like Descript, Camtasia, or VOMO AI to clean up recordings, add captions, or extract highlights.

Using VOMO AI to Transcribe and Summarize Zoom Recordings

Recording Zoom meetings is just the first step. Making sense of long recordings can be time-consuming, but this is where VOMO AI can help. VOMO AI simplifies the process of managing your recordings by offering advanced transcription and summarization features.

How VOMO AI Enhances Your Zoom Recordings

1. Transcription

Upload your Zoom recording to VOMO AI, and it will generate an accurate transcript of the meeting in minutes. This is especially useful for creating meeting minutes or capturing important details.

2. Smart Notes

VOMO AI goes beyond transcription by creating Smart Notes—summaries of key points, action items, and highlights from the recording.

3. Ask AI for Insights

Use VOMO AI’s Ask AI feature to quickly find specific information from your recording. For example:

• “What were the main action items discussed?”

• “Summarize the client’s feedback.”

4. Multi-Language Support

Need transcripts in different languages? VOMO AI supports over 50 languages, making it ideal for global teams.

5. Easy Sharing

Share your transcriptions and Smart Notes with team members instantly, keeping everyone aligned and informed.

Common Questions About Zoom Recordings in 2025

1. Can I Record a Zoom Meeting Without Permission?

No, Zoom requires hosts to enable recording permissions for participants. Unauthorized recording is against Zoom’s policies and can breach privacy laws.

2. How Long Does Zoom Keep Cloud Recordings?

Zoom retains cloud recordings based on your subscription plan. Check your account settings for specific storage limits.

3. Can I Record a Meeting on Zoom Free Plan?

Yes, local recording is available for free accounts. However, cloud recording is only available for paid plans.

Recording a Zoom meeting in 2025 is simpler than ever, thanks to Zoom’s intuitive features and tools like VOMO AI that take recordings to the next level. By capturing, transcribing, and summarizing your meetings, you can maximize productivity, ensure no detail is missed, and keep your team aligned.

Ready to make your Zoom recordings even more effective? Try VOMO AI today and transform your meeting recordings into actionable insights!