Quick Start Guide: Fathom Zoom App
Installing Zoom
Before following the steps below, make sure you're logged into Zoom with the account you'd like to use with Fathom.
Open your Zoom app and click on the Apps icon
Search Fathom and click Add
Confirm permissions, click Authorize
Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your calendar
Click Start Guided Test Call to launch Fathom onboarding
When prompted, click End meeting for all followed by Continue Tutorial
At the end of Part 2, launch the Fathom App to complete onboarding and installation
Using Fathom on Your Call
Launching Fathom
After starting a Zoom meeting, click the Zoom Apps Icon and open the Fathom App.
Using the Live Panel
Once you open the Fathom app, the live panel will display on the right of your Zoom window. This is your command center for capturing key moments throughout your meeting.
Recording with Fathom
To begin recording with Fathom, click the green Start Recording button. You can also enable auto-record on the Customize page to skip this step for all external meetings moving forward.
Action Items, Bookmarks, and Highlights
Easily keep track of events, activities, or tasks mentioned during your meetings with a click of a button. Click on the relevant button (Highlight, Bookmark, Action Item) during your meeting and jot down a quick note to reference later.
Slack Integration
The integration with Slack allows you to push selected highlights into a dedicated Slack channel for others to view in real time. Learn more here!
Uninstalling the Zoom App
Log in to your Zoom account and navigate to the Zoom Marketplace
Click Manage > Installed Apps or search for the Fathom app
Click Uninstall next to Fathom
Confirm dialogue, click Uninstall
If you have auto-record or auto-request recording consent enabled, in addition to uninstalling the app, you'll need to go to https://fathom.video/customize to deactivate those options.
FAQ
Should I be concerned about my privacy? Who has access to recordings?
All recordings with Fathom are 100% private. They can only be seen if you share your recordings. Learn more about our security policies here: https://trust.fathom.video/
How much storage is available for recordings?
Storage is unlimited, even on a Free plan!
Does Fathom replace Zoom?
No, Fathom works alongside your Zoom client.