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Jitsi Meet Review

Micah Beaumont

Jitsi Meet is a free video-conferencing app that has over 5 million users. There are no limits as to the number of participants so you can talk to as many people as you want. The app is simple and easy-to-use. You don't even need to create any accounts. Jitsi is an excellent way to communicate for those who care about their security. 

Interface 5/5

The application has a modern design and a simple interface. The app can be used intuitively because it does not have many settings and additional functions. On the right side of the chat, from top to bottom, small windows - you and your interlocutors. Here you can see their faces (if the cameras are turned on, otherwise - avatar pictures that Jitsi Meet assigns randomly) and names (everyone can set a name).

Features 5/5

The number of participants in the conversation is not limited. To participate in the conference, you do not even need to register on the site. Also, during a call, you can jointly edit a document through the built-in Etherpad application.

Jitsi is an open-source project, distributing for free. It has desktop sharing and built-in chat support. You can also transfer files and organize professional webinars and video conferences by inviting your visitors through their direct URLs. Several other benefits of using Jitsi include video relay, an active support community, and an integrated media library. 

If you have any problems, on their website, you will find an exhaustive FAQ, which covers several useful topics that are a significant advantage for those who are familiar with the world of online video conferencing.

As for the quality of the video conference, by default, it is high, but you can try to lower it if your chat is slow. You can expand the chat to the full screen. You can also start broadcasting. This item is useful if you want to show your chat on Youtube in real-time.

Usability 5/5

All you need to do is to enter your email and make the link to send it to people you want to communicate. If you get the link, you even don't need to install the app. You can use the browser version. You can use the program both for communication with friends and for business. Through the application, you can edit documents, share files, which may be needed when solving business issues. 

Compatibility 5/5

Jitsi runs on all operating systems, including Mac and Linux. As for mobile apps, you need to have a 5.0 or later version of Android. If you have to update to iOS 11.0 for iPhone, iPad и iPod touch if you use watchOS 4.0 or later version. 

Conclusion

Jitsi Meet is a simple tool for real-time communication of two or more people, great for beginners. There are some useful functions, including file sharing, joint document editing and broadcasting. However, you should not consider Jitsi Meet as the primary tool for secure communications —there are more advanced apps with more sophisticated options. Its main advantages are safety and simplicity.