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Migration Guide 2026

Migrate from Google Meet to Whereby

Complete guide to switching from Google Meet to Whereby. Step-by-step instructions, data migration tips, and best practices for a smooth transition.

Quick Comparison

Google Meet logo
Migrating From
Google Meet

Google video conferencing built into Workspace. Clean, fast meetings with AI note-taking and no software install required.

8.2(38,500 reviews)
Starting atFree
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Migrating To
Whereby

Browser-based video meetings with permanent room links. No downloads, no app — just share a URL. Built for simplicity.

7.8(4,800 reviews)
Starting atFree

Why Migrate from Google Meet to Whereby?

Teams often switch software for various reasons. Here are common motivations for migrating from Google Meet to Whereby:

Better pricing or value for money
Missing features in current tool
Poor customer support experience
Need for better integrations
Company growth requiring more scalability
Consolidating tools and reducing tech stack
Better user interface and experience
Compliance or security requirements

Migration Checklist

Follow this step-by-step checklist to ensure a smooth migration

1
Pre-Migration
Audit your current data and usage in Google Meet
Identify critical workflows and customizations
Export all important data and backups
Review Whereby features and pricing
Set up your Whereby account
Plan your migration timeline
2
Data Migration
Export data from Google Meet
Clean and prepare data for import
Map fields between systems
Import data to Whereby
Verify data integrity
Set up integrations
3
Post-Migration
Train your team on Whereby
Run parallel systems for testing
Migrate remaining users
Cancel Google Meet subscription
Archive old data backups
Document new processes

Data Migration Tips

Exporting from Google Meet

Before migrating, export all your data from Google Meet:

  • Look for export options in Settings or Admin
  • Export data in CSV or JSON format
  • Include all records, attachments, and history
  • Verify export completeness before proceeding
Google Meet Details
Importing to Whereby

Set up your data import in Whereby:

  • Check import tools and supported formats
  • Map source fields to Whereby fields
  • Test with a small batch first
  • Verify data after full import
Whereby Details

Timeline & Cost Considerations

Typical Timeline

2-8 weeks

Depending on data volume and complexity

Team Training

1-2 weeks

Getting your team up to speed

Overlap Period

1 month

Running both tools simultaneously

Important Considerations

  • • Plan for potential downtime and have a rollback strategy
  • • Budget for temporary dual subscriptions during transition
  • • Consider hiring migration consultants for complex setups
  • • Don't underestimate the time needed for team training

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Make the Switch?

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