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Open Source Alternative to Zoom
Zoom's free plan cuts meetings at 40 minutes; paid is US$15.99 monthly. Jitsi Meet has no time limits, free.
What the paid app costs: US$15.99/user/mo
Why switch?
Video calls are a solved, standard technology. Jitsi Meet runs in the browser with no account and no 40-minute guillotine, and self-hosting gives your organization unlimited private meetings.
Compare the alternatives
| Alternative | License | Platforms | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jitsi Meet | Apache-2.0 | Web, iOS, Android | The open-source video meeting |
Jitsi Meet
Free forever Apache-2.0 · Web, iOS, Android
- Video meetings, no account needed
- End-to-end encryption option
- Self-host unlimited meetings
The open-source video meeting
Which one should you pick?
- Jitsi Meet: The open-source video meeting
Frequently asked questions
Do participants need an account?
No. Share the link and anyone joins from a browser.
Is there really no time limit?
Correct, including on the free public instance at meet.jit.si.
Can I record meetings?
Yes, with recording enabled on self-hosted setups or via supported integrations.