How to Create or Join a Google Meet Meeting (Even If You’re Not Tech-Savvy)

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Ever felt nervous about joining a video call? Or unsure how to set up a meeting without messing things up? Don’t worry — Google Meet has your back. Whether you’re connecting with your team, attending an online class, or just saying hi to friends or family, it’s one of the easiest tools out there.

In this guide, I’ll walk you through it all — step by step — no tech jargon, no stress. Let’s get started.

So, What Is Google Meet?

Think of Google Meet as your online meeting room. It’s Google’s free video calling service — super simple, secure, and already built into tools you probably use like Gmail and Google Calendar.

Why people love using Google Meet:

• It’s free for up to 100 people (for 60 minutes)
  
  
• Works on any device — computer, phone, or tablet
  
  
• Built-in security to keep your calls private
  
  
• Integrates easily with Gmail and Calendar
  
  

No complicated setup. No extra downloads (unless you’re on mobile).

What You’ll Need to Get Started

Before jumping in, just make sure you’ve got:

• A device (laptop, desktop, phone, or tablet)
  
  
• An internet connection
  
  
• A Google account (you can create one for free)
  
  
• A camera and microphone (built-in or external)
  
  

Tip: You can still join a meeting without a Google account — as a guest. But to host or schedule meetings, you’ll need one.

How to Create a Google Meet (It’s Really That Easy)

On Your Computer

1.Open your browser and go to meet.google.com

2.Click on “New Meeting”

Choose one of the following:

• Create a meeting for later — you’ll get a link to share with others
  
  
• Start an instant meeting — jump in right now
  
  
• Schedule in Google Calendar — perfect if you want to plan ahead
  
  

Shortcut: Type meet.new in your browser’s address bar and press Enter — a meeting starts instantly.

On Your Phone

1. Download the Google Meet app from the App Store or Play Store
   
   
2. Open it and sign in with your Google account
   
   
3. Tap the plus button
   
   
4. Choose to either create a link or schedule a meeting
   
   

From Inside Gmail

1. Open Gmail
   
   
2. Look for the “Meet” section in the sidebar (or bottom tab on mobile)
   
   
3. Click “New Meeting”
   
   
4. Share the link directly from your inbox

How to Join a Google Meet Meeting (Even Easier!)

Here’s how to join a meeting someone invited you to.

If You Have a Link

1.Click the Google Meet link (in your email or message)

2.It’ll open in your browser or app

3.Allow access to your camera and mic

Click “Join now”

If You Have a Code

1.Go to meet.google.com

2.Enter the meeting code (looks like abc-defg-hjk)

3.Click “Join” and wait to be let in

From Google Calendar

1. Open your Calendar and click the event
   
   
2. Tap “Join with Google Meet”
   
   
3. You’re in