How to Record a Zoom Meeting (IIUM Students & Staff Guide)

You can record Zoom meetings for later reference, but permission depends on host settings. Follow these steps:

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📹 Method 1: Host Records the Meeting (Recommended)

(Only meeting hosts or co-hosts can record to Zoom Cloud.)

Step 1: Start Recording

1. As the host, click "Record" at the bottom toolbar.

2. Choose:

   • "Record to the Cloud" (saves to Zoom Cloud, auto-generates transcript).

   • "Record on this Computer" (saves locally as .MP4 or .M4A).

Step 2: Stop & Access Recording

• Click "Stop Recording" when done.

• Cloud recordings:

  • Processed in ~30 mins → Sent to host’s email + Zoom Cloud.

• Local recordings:

  • Saved in:

    • Windows: C:\Users\[Username]\Documents\Zoom

    • Mac: /Users/[Username]/Documents/Zoom

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📂 Method 2: Participants Record (If Allowed by Host)

If the host enables "Allow participants to record":

1. Click "Record" → Choose local recording.

2. Note:

   • Participants cannot save to Zoom Cloud.

   • Hosts receive a notification when someone records.

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⚠️ Important Notes

✅ Permission Required:

• Hosts must enable recording in Meeting Settings (zoom.us/settings).

• At IIUM, Cloud Recording is preferred for storage and security.

❌ Restrictions:

• Always inform participants before recording (privacy laws apply).

• Do not record confidential/sensitive discussions without consent.

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🔧 Troubleshooting

❌ No "Record" button?

• Ask the host to grant recording access.

• Check if you’re on a mobile device (some features are limited).

❌ Missing recording after meeting?

• Cloud recordings take time to process (check email).

• Local recordings may fail if storage is full.

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📞 Need Help?

• ICT Help Desk: 03-6421 6666

• Email: servicedesk@iium.edu.my

Always follow IIUM’s IT policies when recording meetings! 🎥🔐