On Skype". An important call from your boss, instructions from your wife to “buy this and that,” a meeting about work - there can be many reasons for signing up. However, the program itself does not have the ability to save all the calls made in real time. It is a pity that the manufacturer has not done this yet, but individual enthusiasts and development companies have tried for him, who have proposed their solutions.
Useful recording programs
For example, “Call Graph” can be distinguished among the common programs for recording on Skype. A reliable workhorse style tool. Nothing more in the settings, just everything you need. This is a small addition to Skype, which is automatically every time after the first ringing tone of the interlocutor and ends after the call ends. Perhaps one of the disadvantages of the program is that it only records audio. However, for everyday communication, this is quite enough to find the necessary information or remember any facts. The mp3 format is used to save files, which is very convenient and does not take up much space. It's nice that this program is absolutely free.
Oddly enough, despite the great demand, there is still no option to record a conversation in the program itself.
If audio alone is not enough for you, take a look at a product like “Free Video Call Recorder for Skype”. The application perfectly stores both video and audio information. Differs in rich functionality. Can be regular video or picture-in-picture. Optionally, you can configure the software to record audio only or video only. Differs in a clear interface, not demanding on the "hardware", at any time you can pause the recording, and then continue from the desired moment.
Another useful program for recording any conversations is “iFree Skype Recorder”. Its distinctive feature is the ability to record entire conference calls. The program is free and available to anyone.
The ethics of recording Skype conversations
But before putting any of the above programs, it is worth considering the ethics of the fact of recording. Some people will not want to be recorded, be offended by you, or otherwise express their dislike of what is happening.
If you record a person on Skype and do not inform the interlocutor, there may be unpleasant consequences.
Therefore, before making such a recording, you need to make sure that the person (or people) being recorded has nothing against it. That such a record is justified by necessity, and it is not just pampering or gratifying curiosity.
Skype users often need to record a conversation with an interlocutor. There are a sufficient number of recorders available for this purpose. Which one should you choose? To answer the question, let's try to compare the properties and functions of some of them.
As a rule, each developer allows you to download it for free so that users can try how to use it to record sound on Skype. Some, however, in the free version have time limits or reduced functionality. Others do their job completely free of charge.
When installing a program, especially a free one, carefully monitor the installation process and uncheck unnecessary components.
Skype connection
The normal setup process may not be enough to start recording a conversation. Most recorders need to be connected to Skype.
The connection process is quite simple: launch the Skype recorder.
Open the Tools / Settings / Advanced (in the left panel) / Access control of other programs to Skype in sequence. All running Skype recorders are displayed in the access control window.
Select the desired one, click "Change". We put a point "Allow this program to use Skype" / OK / Save.
You may need another click in skype on the top bar.
Click Grant Access.
Now you can start recording.
In most programs, the automatic start and end of recording is configurable: you select autorecord (autostart) or manual option, where you need to press "Start", and at the end - "Stop".
At first glance, the presence of the auto-recording function seems to be more convenient. On the other hand, not every call requires turning on the recorder, and it is irrational to store a lot of unnecessary audio files on the disk. They "weigh" a lot, and the disc is not rubber.
Common to all programs for recording a conversation from Skype is the display of standard start-stop buttons. Some have indicators for microphone and speaker activity.
Programs differ in the number and variety of settings.
This is one of the most popular programs for recording Skype conversations.
All settings are in the main window:
- Call the save folder in the explorer.
- Select the folder for saving records. The default is the Recording folder in My Documents.
- Autostart with Windows
- Choice of mono, stereo or combined stereo sound
- Recording quality
Main window:
- Timer
- Save folder
- Microphone and speaker indicators
- Extras / Settings opens settings
Settings by line:
The "Encoder" tab is available only in the paid version:
- File format selection
- Output file format
- Frequency
- Skype sound recording quality
- Real-time encoding
- Two-track recording
Main window:
- Record history.
- Settings
- reference
Record History Right-click to open a menu. You can listen to the highlighted file.
Settings:
- Download with Windows
- Displaying a window at the start of a conversation
- Hide the window at the end
- Show the story at the end
- Open in tray
- Automatically
- Recording of both or only one interlocutor
- Save folder
- Mono - stereo
- Quality
- Frequency
Chat options:
The checkbox enables the chat options:
- Chat is possible when you are online
- Messages arrive in statuses: offline, do not disturb
To save the settings in each window, click the button Apply.
This program for recording Skype calls is very multifunctional, and therefore has a wide variety of settings. There are videos, effects, and more.
The indisputable advantage of this program is the Russian interface.
Two settings are important for recording a conversation:
- General
- Call recording
A modest program, no settings. Connects automatically, you can disconnect manually. For quality, Windows Media Player gives it a solid four.
Comparison of different programs
As you can see, none of the listed programs can boast of the entire set of tools that may interest the user.
Allows you to select mono or stereo sound.
Provides two-track recording, as well as assignment of the output file format.
It stands out for the ability to record only one side, displays the chat parameters.
Emphasizes recording start warning and write permissions.
The three most important options, with all the variety of available settings for recording a conversation in Skype, are available in all the programs presented, except CallGraph:
- Automatic / manual recording start switching (except CallGraph)
- Setting the recording quality (which can be important if you need to record a voice, and against the background noise)
- Purpose of the save folder (present in CallGraph)
If you use the recording function frequently, the file size is also important.
All programs save the output file in the most common MP3 format by default.
The table shows comparative data based on the results of testing five programs. In all cases, the quality setting was 64 Kb / s. Output quality parameters are given. The score was given by Windows Media Player.
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The programs, as you can see, are somewhat similar. The existing differences in options are probably important for some of you. In any case, there are plenty to choose from.
Whether you are engaged in a webinar, conduct video conferences, or just your beloved grandson reads you a rhyme during a Skype session, in any such situation, you can record sound directly during communication.
Do you want to record the face of a loved one when you tell him the good news? How about recording heated classroom discussions? Calls between Skype subscribers can be recorded directly in the Skype app. Skype calls are recorded entirely in the cloud, so you don't have to worry about device performance or space while recording.
Basic functions of Skype call recording:
- Currently, the recording is only available for calls between Skype subscribers.
- As soon as you start recording a Skype call, everyone on the call will receive a notification that the call is being recorded, so the recording will not be unexpected.
- If you are recording a video call, Skype will merge and record the video streams of all participants (including yours).
- If, during a call, someone from the participants has provided access to the desktop, the desktop image will also be included in the recording.
- If you stop recording, end a call, or exit a group call, the recording will stop. The final recording of the call will be published on your behalf in the Skype chat in which this call took place.
- The maximum duration of a call recording is 24 hours. Longer calls can be split into multiple files.
- The Skype call recording will be available in your chat for 30 days. Anytime during these 30 days, you can download this recording and save it to your local device.
How to record a Skype call
How to save a recorded Skype call
Share a recorded Skype call
Other options for recorded Skype calls
- Select messages- select this message and other messages in the chat.
- Delete- delete the recorded call from the chat.
- Complain- Report abuse or spam in connection with recorded calls from other users.
Sometimes you need to record a Skype conversation, for example, when you have a lesson or important conversations using a voice conference. To solve this problem, you will need to turn to one of the specialized programs for recording conversations, since Skype itself does not provide such an opportunity. Let's consider several software products, endowed with the necessary functionality.
The applications reviewed below are designed to record any sound from a computer, they also work with Skype. Most of them require a stereo mixer in the computer, which is built into almost every motherboard.
Free Audio Recorder is a simple program for recording sound, the main feature of which is the presence of a log of operations performed. Any entry will be saved as a mark in it. This allows you not to forget when the audio file was recorded and where it is. Among the shortcomings, one can note the lack of translation into Russian.
Free Sound Recorder
The program has such interesting functions as recording without silence (moments without sound are not recorded) and automatic control of the recording volume. The rest of the functionality is quite common - recording sound from any device in several formats. The application has a scheduler that allows you to start recording at a set time without pressing the record button. The disadvantage is the same as in the previous solution - there is no Russian language in the interface.
Kat MP3 Recorder
A program for recording sound with an interesting name. Quite old, but has a full list of standard recording functions. Perfect for recording Skype conversations.
UV Sound Recorder
An excellent program for recording a conversation in Skype, a unique feature of which is to record from several devices at once. For example, it is possible to simultaneously capture sound from a microphone and a mixer. In addition, there is the ability to convert audio files and play them.
Sound forge
Sound Forge is a professional audio editor. Trimming and pasting audio files, working with volume, as well as effects and much more are available in this program. Among the possibilities, of course, there is also sound recording from a computer. The disadvantages include paid distribution and a rather complex interface, at least for a solution that is planned to be used only for recording Skype conversations.
Audacity
The last program on our list today is Audacity - a sound editor that allows you to work with audio files. One of the main functions is the recording of sound from a computer that interests us, which also works in Skype.
That's all. With the help of the listed programs, you can record a Skype conversation so that you can use it in the future for your own purposes. If you know the solution better, write about it in the comments.
How do I record a Skype conversation?
Now Skype is not only a popular communication program, but also a tool for a business person. And it often happens that during a conversation it is necessary to record a call. This can be done using a conventional voice recorder, but in this case the recording quality will be poor. It will not be possible to record video. It was for these cases that special programs were created that are able to record calls in Skype.
In our article we will look at several such programs and answer the question of how to record a conversation in Skype.
Skype conversation recording
At the moment there are many different programs that are capable of recording calls in the Skype program. One of these programs is Call Graph.
This program can record calls automatically. That is, the user does not need to enable it for recording. The program records in mp3 format. Note that this program is absolutely free. You can download it on the Soft112 website.
Upon completion of the installation, the program will ask you to connect to Skype. Then you can use it. It should also be noted that the program automatically converts files from wav to mp3 format.
The latest version of the program allows you to send files to the dropbox.
Mp3 Skype recorder
This program also automatically records Skype conversations. You can download it from voipcallrecording.com. A distinctive feature of this program is the relatively small size of the installation file, which is only 2.4 megabytes. The user can configure the program so that it records the Skype conversation with the highest bitrate possible. Also, the user can set the automatic launch of the program on a call. You can adjust the mode, choose stereo or mono. The program itself is recorded by pressing the rec button.
IFree skype recorder
This free program is one of the most popular programs for recording Skype conversations. This is due to its very large functionality. You can download it from this site. 
The program itself is an intuitive interface. Call recording is carried out using several buttons. In this case, the user can configure the program in such a way that it automatically starts when the operating system starts. Also, this program allows you to adjust the bit rate, sound sampling rate, answering machine with user recording, select mono or stereo mode. The program records audio files in mp3 format.
Conversation and video recording
There are programs that allow you to record both calls and videos in the Skype program. One of such programs is Free video call recorder. This program supports the Russian language and is absolutely free. You can download it, for example, on the DVDVideoSoft website.
Screen camera
Another type of video call recording Skype or other similar applications is the so-called screen camera. The representative of these applications is the screencam program. You can download it on the Screen Camera website.
The program has a very simple interface. After the installation is complete, you just need to open the window and click the record button, then the program will automatically start recording your actions that occur on the monitor screen. Thus, you can record not only Skype conversations, but also all the manipulations done. After you finish recording, the program will offer you editing in a special video editor. Upon completion of editing, the program will save the recording in the specified folder.
Beware of malware
It is worth noting that such programs that offer Skype call recording may turn out to be malicious. Usually such programs have the word "Spy" in their name. These are the so-called spy programs that secretly record calls. Often these programs are used by hackers in order to obtain secret data. Such a program is installed on the victim's computer, after which it is disguised and secretly records the call.
Thus, a hacker will be able to find out valuable information, for example, passwords and names, account numbers, and more.
In this regard, when installing this kind of programs, pay attention to the message that they are requesting access to the operating system of your computer. Also pay attention to the signals of your antivirus. As a rule, antivirus does not respond to such programs, since they are not inherently malicious. If the antivirus has reacted to such a program, then it should be removed immediately.
All the programs described above are absolutely free, and also have Russifiers. And most importantly, they are absolutely safe for your computer.
