How to Use Recall.ai

Getting started with Recall.ai

In this guide, you'll learn how to set up Recall.ai and integrate its meeting bot capabilities into your application. After following these steps, you’ll be able to access features like transcription, recording, and real-time analysis for Zoom, Teams, and Meet.

Step 1: Sign up and set up

1. Go to the Recall.ai website.
2. Click on the "Get Started" button on the homepage.
3. Fill in the registration form with your details and create an account.
4. Once you’ve signed up, access the developer dashboard.
5. In the dashboard, locate the "API Keys" section and generate a new API key for your project.

Step 2: Your first integration

1. Choose your platform (Zoom, Teams, or Meet) from the integration options in the dashboard.
2. Follow the specific integration guide provided for your chosen platform. For example, if you select Zoom:

- Go to the Zoom App Marketplace. - Click "Develop" and then "Build App." - Select "JWT" and use your Recall.ai API key to authenticate.

1. Set up webhooks in your Recall.ai dashboard to receive real-time updates on meeting events.
2. Test the integration by starting a meeting on your selected platform and ensure the bot joins as expected.

Step 3: Get better results

1. Use the "Transcription Settings" in the dashboard to customise how transcripts are generated. You can choose options like speaker identification and language preferences.
2. Experiment with the API endpoints to refine what data you receive. For example, you can request specific fields in your API calls to reduce unnecessary data.
3. Regularly check the "Usage Statistics" in your dashboard to monitor your API usage and performance.

Pro tip

Use the free sandbox provided by Recall.ai to test your integrations without incurring costs. This allows you to experiment with different settings and features before going live.

Common mistake to avoid

Avoid neglecting the webhook setup. If you skip this step, you won’t receive real-time updates or notifications about meeting events, which can hinder your integration’s effectiveness.