# Getting started with recording (/docs/support/recording/getting-started-with-recording)

Circleback gives you several ways to capture meetings. Which one you use depends on the type of meeting and whether you want Circleback to join as a participant.

Whichever method you choose, we recommend [connecting your calendar](/docs/support/account-and-setup/connect-your-calendar) so that your recordings are automatically matched to their calendar events with the right title and participant names.

## Circleback joins as a participant

Circleback can join your online meetings as a bot participant that captures the conversation. This works with Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and Webex.

- **Calendar auto-join**: [Connect your calendar](/docs/support/account-and-setup/connect-your-calendar) and set your [joining preferences](/docs/support/account-and-setup/meeting-joining-preferences) to have Circleback automatically join the meetings you choose. Best for capturing online meetings without downloading anything.
- **Meeting link**: [Manually invite Circleback](/docs/support/recording/bot/how-to-get-circleback-to-join-a-meeting) by pasting a link to a live meeting. Best for last-minute or impromptu meetings not on your calendar.

## Record without a bot participant

If you'd prefer not to have Circleback appear in the meeting, you can record locally.

- **Desktop app**: [Record with the desktop app](/docs/support/recording/desktop-app/record-meetings-with-the-desktop-app) (macOS and Windows) to capture your microphone and computer audio. The app can automatically detect when you're in a meeting and prompt you to record. Best for online meetings where you don't want a bot joining.
- **Mobile app**: [Record with the mobile app](/docs/support/recording/mobile-app/record-meetings-with-the-mobile-app) (iOS and Android) to capture meetings using your phone's microphone. Best for in-person meetings, conferences, and coffee chats.

## Import a recording

Already have a recording? [Import it](/docs/support/meetings/import-a-meeting) by uploading an audio or video file to Circleback.