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Discover the easiest way to record WhatsApp calls with our clear, step-by-step instructions.


To record WhatsApp calls, use your device's built-in screen recorder: Android's screen recording, iOS Screen Recording from Control Center, the Xbox Game Bar on Windows, or QuickTime on Mac. WhatsApp has no built-in call recording, so screen recording is the most reliable way to capture both video and voice calls on every platform. Dedicated call-recorder apps like Cube ACR can also capture WhatsApp (VoIP) audio on supported Android phones.
This guide walks through every method step by step, so you always keep clear records of your WhatsApp calls without losing audio quality or resolution.
| Method | Platform | Records audio? | Records video? | Free? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Built-in Screen Recorder | Android | Yes (both sides) | Yes | Yes |
| iOS Screen Recording | iPhone | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Xbox Game Bar | Windows | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| QuickTime | Mac | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| AZ Screen Recorder | Android | Yes | Yes | Free / Pro |
| Cube ACR | Android | Yes (VoIP) | No | Free / Premium |
| Mobizen Screen Recorder | Android | Yes | Yes | Free / Pro |
| REC Screen Recorder | Android | Yes | Yes | Free / Pro |
| Movavi Screen Recorder | Windows, Mac | Yes | Yes | Free trial / Paid |


If you also use Zoom for video calls, see our guide to recording a Zoom meeting when you are not the host.



For a full walkthrough, see our guide to screen recording on a Mac.
NOTE: Since Google's 2022 Play Store policy, third-party apps can no longer record regular phone calls through the Accessibility API, only your phone's native call recorder can. WhatsApp calls are VoIP, so screen recording still works everywhere, and a few VoIP-capable apps (like Cube ACR) can still capture WhatsApp audio on supported Android phones.
Once you have recorded your WhatsApp calls, the next step is to actually use them. Instead of replaying entire calls, MeetGeek turns WhatsApp recordings into clear, searchable transcripts and summaries in a few clicks.
MeetGeek is a meeting recording and collaboration platform that works across Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams. You can upload a recorded WhatsApp voice or video call (MP3, MP4, or WAV) or record in person through the mobile app.

Once the file is uploaded, it is transcribed with high accuracy, speakers are separated, and key moments are highlighted, all searchable and timestamped.

MeetGeek also creates AI summaries with key points, next steps, and action items. You can leave comments, share snippets, or export to 10,000+ apps like Google Drive, Slack, or HubSpot. Everything is stored in a searchable meeting library you can filter by topic, tags, or call type.
If you want more control than the built-in recorders, these five apps are the most reliable options for WhatsApp:
A great free choice for Android. It works on most devices (Android 5.0 and up), needs no root access, and the free version is fully functional apart from occasional ads.

Install it from the Play Store, open the app, and use the floating bar to start recording. Tap the settings icon first to set resolution, frame rate, and audio, then hit record and start your call. To stop, swipe down and tap Stop; the video saves automatically.
Mobizen records your screen for WhatsApp calls, tutorials, or gameplay. It is free on the Play Store (Android), with a paid version to remove the watermark and ads.

After installing, use the floating AirCircle button to start, pause, and stop. Set your resolution, frame rate, and audio source, then open WhatsApp and record. On modern Android phones it can capture internal audio. When the call ends, tap stop to save, trim, or share.
A simple, reliable app for WhatsApp voice call recording. It works best on Android 5.0 and up and gives you more control than the built-in recorder over video quality, recording time, and audio.

Open the app, set the video length, resolution, and audio, then tap Record, wait for the countdown, and start your call. Tap stop to save. The Pro version adds presets, longer recordings, and shake-to-stop.
Cube ACR records phone calls plus voice and video-call audio from apps like WhatsApp, Telegram, and Viber. It is Android-only, with a free version and a paid Premium plan that adds cloud backup, higher quality, and more formats.

Grant the mic and storage permissions, and Cube ACR records in the background. Start your WhatsApp call as normal; on supported devices it detects and records the VoIP audio automatically. Recordings are saved in the app, where you can play them back or organize them by contact. Because of Google's policy, VoIP support varies by phone model.
Movavi is a solid desktop option for WhatsApp calls, on both Windows and Mac. It records video and audio, lets you pick the capture area, and includes basic editing. It offers a free trial, then a one-time paid license.

Open WhatsApp on your computer, launch Movavi, pick the call window or full screen, and enable system sound and microphone. Click Record, and after a short countdown it captures screen and audio. When you are done, trim the clip in the preview and save it in your preferred format.
With the right tool, you can record WhatsApp audio and video clearly on any device. But a recording is only useful if you can find and act on what was said.
MeetGeek turns your WhatsApp recordings into smart summaries, searchable notes, and shareable insights, so nothing important gets lost. The free plan gives you plenty to start with.
Technically a screen recorder or call-recorder app can capture a WhatsApp call without the other person knowing, but recording without consent is illegal in many places. Laws such as the GDPR in the EU and the Electronic Communications Privacy Act (ECPA) in the US often require all-party consent. Always tell the other person before you record.
No. WhatsApp does not alert anyone when you screen record a call, and it has no native call recording of its own. That does not make recording without consent acceptable, so check your local laws first.
Screen recording is the most reliable method because it works on every platform and captures both video and audio. Since Google's 2022 policy, third-party call-recorder apps are limited for regular calls, but they can still capture WhatsApp (VoIP) audio on some Android phones.
WhatsApp does not store your calls on its servers, so a call is gone once it ends unless you recorded it. Screen recordings are saved to your gallery or Photos app; call-recorder apps keep them in the app or your phone's internal storage.
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