Async video messaging means recording a short video, sharing a link, and letting people watch and reply later. With RecBeam you record in Chrome, get a private link in minutes, and viewers can react and comment.
What it is
Async means not at the same time. An async video message is a short recording, usually of your screen and your voice, that you send as a link. Compared with a long email it is clearer, and compared with a meeting it costs nobody a calendar slot. If you are weighing it up, read async vs sync communication.
How it works with RecBeam
- Click the RecBeam icon in Chrome and choose Screen only, Screen + Camera or Camera only.
- Record, then stop. The video uploads automatically.
- Copy the private, unlisted link and send it in chat or email.
- Teammates watch when they can, react and comment.
Step by step: how to send a video message.
What you get
- Screen, camera or both, with microphone audio.
- Automatic upload and a share link as soon as you stop.
- Reactions and comments from viewers, and viewer insights for you.
- Transcripts, captions and search, so people can skim.
- AI summaries, chapters and action items, plus Slack recaps and link unfurls (Business + AI plan).
Where teams use it
- Internal communication: updates, announcements and async standups.
- Customer support: show the customer exactly what to click.
- Sales: personal walkthroughs for prospects.
- Product and design: feedback on the pixel.
- Education and training: lessons people can replay.
Start in five minutes
Add RecBeam to Chrome, sign in with Google and record your first message. Keep it under two minutes and say what you need from the viewer.
Plans
Starter is free. Business removes the recording limit and adds 1080p, editing and access control. Business + AI adds summaries and recaps. See pricing.
Questions
What is async video messaging?
Sharing a recorded video instead of holding a live meeting, so the viewer can watch whenever it suits them and reply afterwards.
How is it different from a meeting?
A meeting needs everyone present at the same time. A video message is recorded once, watched at any time, and can be skimmed with a transcript.
Is there a free asynchronous video messaging app?
RecBeam has a free Starter plan with 5-minute recordings at 720p, transcripts, captions, search and share links.
Can teammates reply?
Yes. Viewers can react and comment, and guests can comment when you enable guest comments.
Does it work with Slack?
On the Business + AI plan RecBeam offers Slack recaps and link unfurls.