Jitsi Meet
Beginner RecommendedThe best Google Meet alternative is Jitsi Meet. Video calls with no account, no install, no time limit. Open a link, you're in.
Information verified on October 12, 2026
Description
Jitsi Meet is an open source video call that asks for nothing: no account, no installation, no time limit. You open a link in the browser, and the meeting starts. Encryption is enabled by default. You can use public servers (meet.jit.si) or host your own. The interface is simple, features cover the essentials: screen sharing, chat, raised hand.
Key features
- No account or installation
- Screen sharing
- Integrated chat
- Self-hostable
- E2E encryption (Insertable Streams)
- Open source
Strengths
- + No account needed
- + Works in browser
- + Self-hostable
- + Encryption available
Weaknesses
- − Variable quality with many participants
- − E2E only in recent mode (Insertable Streams)
- − Fewer features than Zoom
Recommended for
- Quick frictionless meetings
- Organizations wanting to self-host
Jitsi Meet vs Google Meet: the comparison
| Criterion | Jitsi Meet | Google Meet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free on meet.jit.si, with a third-party account (Google, GitHub or Facebook) to create a meeting and a 95-minute limit since October 2026. Self-hosting possible, with no limit. | Free (group calls capped at 60 min) |
| Targeted ads on your data | No | Yes (Google ad profile) |
| Source code | Open (auditable) | Proprietary |
| Migration difficulty | Easy (1/5) | — |
Comparison
Jitsi Meet is the simplest: no account, no installation. BigBlueButton is designed for education with more collaborative features.
Want the complete guide?
“Vivre sans Google” (in French) covers the full journey, service by service, with step-by-step migration guides.
Published 22/10/2026 by Éditions Eyrolles
Frequently asked questions
How much does Jitsi Meet cost?
Free on meet.jit.si, with a third-party account (Google, GitHub or Facebook) to create a meeting and a 95-minute limit since October 2026. Self-hosting possible, with no limit.
How do you switch from Google Meet to Jitsi Meet?
Estimated difficulty: Easy (1/5). No installation. Sharing a link is enough. Convincing participants is the only challenge.
Who is Jitsi Meet for?
Any user or organization seeking a simple and private alternative to Zoom.
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