Slack does not offer native huddle or voice call recording, so you need a third party tool to capture the audio. Convo records any Slack huddle or voice call automatically with AI transcription, summaries, and action items delivered after the call.
How to Record Slack Huddles
Slack has no built-in recording. Here are the methods that actually work, the difference between Huddles and Clips, and what to use instead.
Quick answer: No, Slack Huddles are not recorded. Slack has no built-in recording feature on any plan, including Enterprise Grid. To capture a Huddle, use a screen recorder (free) or an AI meeting assistant like Convo that captures audio and generates notes automatically.
Slack has no native recording
Unlike Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet, Slack does not offer any built-in way to record Huddles or calls. This applies to all plans. Slack has not announced plans to add recording.
Slack Clips vs Huddles: what's the difference?
People often confuse these two features. They serve completely different purposes.
Huddles
Live, real-time audio/video calls within Slack. Like a spontaneous meeting.
- Real-time conversation
- Screen sharing, threads, reactions
- Up to 50 participants
- No recording
- No transcript saved
Clips
Short, pre-recorded audio or video messages (max 5 minutes). Like a voice note.
- Record and send async
- Auto-transcribed
- Saved in the channel/DM
- 5-minute max length
- Not a live call — async only
Clips are not a substitute for recording Huddles. They're a different feature for a different purpose.
How to record Slack Huddles
Since there's no built-in option, you need an external tool. Here are the two approaches that work.
Screen recording (Mac & Windows)
Capture your screen and audio while the Huddle is active. Free, but you get a raw video file with no transcription or notes.
Mac (QuickTime)
- Press Cmd + Shift + 5
- Select "Record Selected Portion"
- Drag over your Slack window
- Click Record, then Stop when done
QuickTime doesn't capture system audio natively. Use BlackHole (free) for Huddle audio.
Windows (Xbox Game Bar)
- Press Win + G to open Game Bar
- Click the Record button (or Win + Alt + R)
- Select your Slack window
- Press Stop when finished
Game Bar captures system audio by default on Windows 10/11.
Convo (AI meeting notes)
Convo captures audio from any application on your device — including Slack Huddles — and generates AI transcripts, summaries, and action items. No bot joins the Huddle, no recording notification, no video files to manage.
Comparison: recording methods for Slack Huddles
| Feature | Slack (native) | Screen Recording | Convo |
|---|---|---|---|
| Records Huddles | |||
| AI transcription | |||
| AI summaries & action items | |||
| Video capture | |||
| Invisible to participants | N/A | ||
| Audio stays on device | N/A | ||
| Cost | N/A | Free | Free trial, then $14.99/mo |
| Try free for 7 days → |
How Slack compares to other platforms
| Platform | Built-in Recording | Transcription | Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| You are here | ||
 | Paid only | View guide → | |
 | Workspace only | Workspace only | View guide → |
 | View guide → |
A note on consent
Since Slack has no native recording, there's no automatic notification to participants when you use a third-party tool. Recording laws still apply — many jurisdictions require all-party consent. Always inform Huddle participants before capturing audio. For a detailed breakdown, see our guide on recording consent and legality.
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Convo captures Slack Huddles automatically with AI transcription, summaries, and action items.
Download for MacSources & References
- Slack Help Center - Use huddles in Slack
- Slack Help Center - Record audio and video clips
- Slack feature requests - Huddle recording