Quick Start Guide: Fathom Zoom App

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Installing Zoom

Before following the steps below, make sure you're logged into Zoom with the account you'd like to use with Fathom.

  1. Open your Zoom app and click on the Apps icon

  2. Search Fathom and click Add

  3. Confirm permissions, click Authorize

  4. Follow the on-screen instructions to connect your calendar

  5. Click Start Guided Test Call to launch Fathom onboarding

  6. When prompted, click End meeting for all followed by Continue Tutorial

  7. 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

  1. Log in to your Zoom account and navigate to the Zoom Marketplace

  2. Click Manage > Installed Apps or search for the Fathom app

  3. Click Uninstall next to Fathom

  4. Confirm dialogue, click Uninstall

  5. 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.