Apache OpenMeetings

Apache OpenMeetings is a comprehensive open-source web conferencing and collaboration platform developed by the Apache Software Foundation. It enables users to conduct audio/video meetings, share screens, collaborate on documents, and manage users and rooms—all within a browser-based interface.

Features

• Audio/Video Conferencing: Multiple modes including audio + video, audio only, video only, and picture only. Adjustable quality and device selection.
• Meeting Recording: Full session recording including audio/video, downloadable as MP4.
• Screen Sharing: Share entire desktop or specific windows with quality settings.
• Multi-Whiteboard: Multiple whiteboards with drawing, writing, drag-and-drop, resizing, and clipart support.
• File Explorer: Drag-and-drop interface with private and public drives for file sharing.
• Chat and Messaging: Instant messaging and private message center with folder organization.
• Calendar Integration: Integrated calendar for scheduling meetings and sending invitations.
• Polls and Voting: Create polls with various formats and view results as pie charts.
• User and Room Management: Manage users, groups, and organizations; assign rooms and permissions.
• Moderation Tools: Granular control over user permissions during meetings.
• Document Import: Supports importing PDFs, Office documents, and multimedia files into whiteboards.
• Backup and Restore: Export all user-generated data as ZIP and re-import into new installations.

Capabilities

• Web-Based Interface: No client installation required; runs entirely in browser.
• API Integration: REST and SOAP APIs for embedding into websites or intranets.
• LDAP/ADS Support: Integration with directory services for user authentication.
• VoIP/Asterisk Modules: Extendable with VoIP and SIP capabilities.
• Multi-Organization Support: Host multiple organizations within a single instance.
• Command Line Administration: Manage installation and configuration via CLI.
• Document Conversion: Uses OpenOffice/LibreOffice, ImageMagick, GhostScript, FFMpeg, and SoX for full document/media support.
• Cross-Platform Compatibility: Runs on Linux, Windows, and macOS with Java 17.

Benefits

• Cost-Effective: Free and open-source with no licensing fees.
• Flexible Deployment: Suitable for small teams or large enterprises.
• Secure: Regular updates and security patches; supports secure meeting links.
• Scalable: Can be scaled with external databases and media servers.
• Customizable: Full control over UI labels, user roles, and room configurations.
• Community-Driven: Backed by the Apache community with active development and support.
• Data Portability: Easy backup and migration of user data and configurations.