Google plans a huge change to Meet recordings that will impact everyone

Google will change the default for downloading Meet recordings so owners must opt in to restrict downloads.

The rollout starts April 30, 2026 and will take up to 15 days to reach all users.

The change affects only new recordings and applies to specific Workspace plans; existing recordings are unchanged.

Owners must uncheck 'Let Users download and copy Meet Recordings' in Meet settings before the rollout if they want to block downloads.