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Can You Record FaceTime? Yes, Depending on the Call Type

Whether you can record FaceTime depends on the call: audio or video, one-to-one or group, iPhone or Mac. Here's the answer for each, at a glance.

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Yes, but the answer changes with the type of call. Here's a quick map before you try anything.

The answer by call type

CallCan you record it?How
One-to-one FaceTime audio callYes, where availableApple's built-in Call Recording
FaceTime video call on MacYesScreen recorder + virtual audio driver, or Audio Hijack
FaceTime video call on iPhone onlyPartlyScreen recording + speakerphone, or a second device
Group FaceTime callYes, with a workaroundA Mac setup or a second device

Why it isn't simple

When you screen record on iPhone, the other person's voice isn't captured. Apple leaves call audio out of screen recordings. So a plain screen recording of FaceTime gives you video and maybe your own voice, but not theirs.

Apple's built-in option

Since iOS 18.1, iPhone can record calls, including one-to-one FaceTime audio calls, in supported regions and languages. Tap the record button on the call screen. Everyone hears that the call is being recorded, and the recording and transcript save to the Notes app.

For video calls

Your best bet is a Mac: route FaceTime's audio into a recorder with a free tool like BlackHole, or use a paid app like Audio Hijack. On iPhone only, put the call on speaker so the mic picks up the other side.

Full step-by-step for every method: how to record a FaceTime call.

Apple's Call Recording announces itself. Workarounds don't, so ask first: "Is it OK if I record this?"

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Quick FAQ

Can you record FaceTime with sound?

Yes for audio calls with Call Recording. Video calls need a Mac or a workaround.

Does FaceTime notify the other person?

Apple's Call Recording does. Screen recording doesn't.

Sources and further reading

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