You Can Now Record Calls In Skype

Need to record a Skype call so you can watch or listen to it again later? Whether it’s for a family memento or a potential podcast, you might want a simple way to record your audio or video conversations.

We’ll be assuming you’ve already installed the latest version of Skype for our guide or at least the last version of the classic desktop client. If you haven’t, head to the Skype website, and download it before we get started. Please note that recording audio and video conversations without asking the other party for permission is legally questionable and differs based on where you live. Check the laws in your local area, or ask for permission before recording.

SKYPE’S BUILT-IN RECORDING

Skype now features its own built-in recording function and though others may be more fully featured, it comes pre-bundled with the application, making it the easiest to get to grips with.

Note that Skype is available on smart displays and smart speakers like Amazon Echo/Alexa — and you can even get more free minutes for using Skype on these devices. However, these smart devices do not allow you to record your Skype conversations at this time. If you want to record the audio or video of a conversation, you will need to have it on a computer.

Here’s how to use it:

Step 1: Start a call with your friend or colleague. It can be voice or video. You can simply choose someone from your contact list with the right syncing options.

Step 2: Click the “+” icon in the bottom right-hand corner and select Start recording. A red dot and message will appear at the top of the window reminding you that the recording is taking place and that you need to inform the other party that you are recording them.

Step 3: When you’ve finished recording the call, either hang up, or press the “+” icon again and select Stop recording. The recording will then be finalized and processed.

Step 4: To listen back to the recording, go to your chat window using the icon in the bottom-right of the call window. The recording will be there. Press play on it to listen/watch it back.

Note that Skype’s in-app recording function records all participants’ video and audio in the same file. If you want separate recordings, you may be better off using the below methods.

How to record a Skype call [Digital Trends]