TL;DR
Meetily installs in under 5 minutes on Windows or macOS. There are three ways to get started: Community Edition (free, open source), Pro Free Trial (14 days, no credit card), or Pro ($10/month billed annually). All versions run 100% locally - your meeting data never leaves your device.
Before You Install
Meetily runs entirely on your device. There are no cloud dependencies, no accounts required for the Community edition, and no bots joining your meetings.
System Requirements:
| macOS | Windows | |
|---|---|---|
| OS Version | macOS 11.0 (Big Sur) or later | Windows 10 or later |
| Architecture | Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4) | x64 |
| RAM | 8 GB minimum (16 GB recommended) | 8 GB minimum (16 GB recommended) |
| Storage | 2 GB free space | 2 GB free space |
ℹ️ Which Version Should I Choose?
Community is best if you want free, open source meeting transcription with basic features. Pro adds more accurate transcription models, auto-detect meetings, custom AI model connectors, and advanced exports. Start with Community if unsure - you can upgrade anytime.
Option 1: Install Meetily Community (Free, Open Source)
The Community Edition is free forever with no hidden costs. It includes real-time transcription, AI-powered summaries, and 100% local processing.
Step 1: Download
Go to meetily.ai/downloads and select your platform (macOS or Windows). The site auto-detects your operating system.
Click "Download for macOS" or "Download for Windows" under the Community card.
Alternatively, download directly from GitHub:
Step 2: Install on macOS
- Open the downloaded
.dmgfile - Drag Meetily to your Applications folder
- Open Meetily from Applications
Step 2: Install on Windows
- Run the downloaded
.exeinstaller - Follow the installation wizard
- Launch Meetily from the Start menu or desktop shortcut
Windows may show a SmartScreen warning for new applications. Click "More info" then "Run anyway" to proceed.
Step 3: Start Using Meetily
- Open Meetily
- Configure your audio input (microphone or system audio)
- Click Record to start capturing your meeting
- Meetily transcribes in real-time and generates summaries when you stop
Community Edition features:
- Real-time transcription
- AI-powered meeting summaries
- Basic sharing (copy to clipboard)
- All recordings saved locally on your device
Option 2: Start a Free Pro Trial (14 Days, No Credit Card)
The Pro trial gives you full access to all Pro features for 14 days. No credit card required.
Step 1: Request a Trial
- Go to meetily.ai and click "Start free trial" on the homepage
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You can also start a trial from the pricing page by clicking "Request a free trial" on the Pro card.
- Fill in the trial request form: your name, work email, and company name are required. Designation, evaluation type, and how you heard about Meetily are optional.
- Click "Get My License Key" to submit
The system processes your request in a few seconds. You will see a progress indicator stepping through submission, evaluation, license generation, and preparation.
![Trial request processing modal showing Step 4 of 4 - Preparing your details with a progress bar]
Step 2: Download Pro
Once approved, the modal shows "Your License is Approved!" (Step 1 of 2). Choose your platform - macOS or Windows - and click to start the download.
The download starts immediately in your browser. For macOS, the file is a .dmg installer. For Windows, it is an .exe setup file.
You can also download later from meetily.ai/downloads/pro.
Step 3: Get Your License Key
Click "Next: Get License Key" to see your license key (Step 2 of 2). You can:
- Copy the key to your clipboard
-
Download it as a
.txtfile for safekeeping
The modal also shows activation instructions and important details: the license is valid for one device only and the trial lasts 14 days after activation.
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⚠️ Save Your License Key
Copy or download your license key now. It is also sent to your email, but saving it immediately ensures you have it ready for activation.
Step 4: Install
Follow the same installation steps as Community (see above for macOS or Windows).
The Pro installer is a separate application from Community. You can have both installed simultaneously.
Step 5: Activate Your License
- Open Meetily Pro
- Go to Settings → Pro
- Paste the license key
- Click Activate
Your 14-day trial begins when you activate the license. The trial is valid for one device only.
Pro Trial features (everything in Community, plus):
- More accurate transcription models
- Custom AI model connector (use your own LLM)
- Auto-detect meetings (starts recording automatically)
- Advanced exports (PDF, DOCX)
- Priority email support
Option 3: Buy Meetily Pro ($10/month)
If you already know you want Pro features, you can purchase directly without starting a trial first.
Step 1: Purchase a License
- Go to meetily.ai/pricing
- Click "Buy Now" on the Pro card
- Complete checkout (powered by LemonSqueezy)
- You will receive your license key via email instantly
Pricing: $10/month billed annually at $120/year (60% off the regular $25/month price).
Step 2: Download and Install
- Go to meetily.ai/downloads
- Click "Download Pro" under the Pro card
- Install following the platform-specific steps above
Step 3: Activate
- Open Meetily Pro
- Go to Settings → Pro
- Paste the license key from your purchase confirmation email
- Click Activate
Your license is valid for one year from purchase.
Community vs Pro: Feature Comparison
| Feature | Community (Free) | Pro ($10/mo) |
|---|---|---|
| Real-time Transcription | ✅ | ✅ |
| AI Summaries | ✅ | ✅ |
| Local Processing | ✅ | ✅ |
| Enhanced Accuracy Models | ❌ | ✅ |
| Custom AI Model Connector | ❌ | ✅ |
| Auto-Detect Meetings | ❌ | ✅ |
| Advanced Exports | ❌ | ✅ |
| Priority Support | ❌ | ✅ |
Troubleshooting
macOS: "Meetily can't be opened because it is from an unidentified developer"
This is a standard macOS Gatekeeper warning for apps downloaded outside the App Store. Run this command in Terminal:
xattr -c /Applications/meetily.app
Windows: SmartScreen warning
Windows SmartScreen may flag new applications. Click "More info" → "Run anyway". This is normal for newly released software.
Download is slow or stuck
The download page offers an alternative download server. If the primary download is slow, click the "Download from Alternative Link" button in the download dialog.
Pro license key not working
- Check your email (including spam/junk folders) for the license key
- Ensure you are pasting the complete key without extra spaces
- Trial keys expire after 14 days - you will need to purchase a license to continue
- Contact meetily@zackriya.com for license issues
Audio not being captured
- Ensure Meetily has microphone permissions (macOS: System Settings → Privacy & Security → Microphone)
- On Windows, check that Meetily is allowed in Windows Privacy Settings → Microphone
- Select the correct audio input device in Meetily settings
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is Meetily free to use?
Yes. Meetily Community Edition is completely free and open source under the MIT license. You can download it from meetily.ai/downloads or build from source on GitHub. Pro is $10/month billed annually for enhanced features.
Q: Does Meetily require an internet connection?
No. Both Community and Pro run 100% locally on your device. Internet is only needed to download the app, for optional updates, and if you choose to use external AI model providers for summary generation.
Q: Can I install both Community and Pro?
Yes. Community and Pro are separate applications that can be installed side by side on the same machine.
Q: What happens when my Pro trial expires?
After 14 days, Pro features will be disabled. Your recordings and transcripts remain on your device. You can purchase a Pro license to continue using Pro features, or switch to the free Community Edition.
Q: Does Meetily work with Zoom, Teams, and Google Meet?
Yes. Meetily captures system audio directly, so it works with any meeting platform including Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, Webex, and Slack Huddles. No bot joins your meeting.
Q: Is my meeting data sent to any server?
No. All transcription and summarization happens locally on your device. Your audio and transcripts never leave your computer. This is true for both Community and Pro editions.
Q: What are the system requirements?
macOS 11.0+ with Apple Silicon (M1/M2/M3/M4), or Windows 10+ with x64 processor. Minimum 8 GB RAM recommended, 16 GB for best performance. About 2 GB of free storage space.
Q: How do I activate my Pro license key?
Open Meetily Pro, go to Settings, then Pro, and paste your license key. Click Activate. Your license key is sent to the email you used during purchase or trial signup.
Key Takeaways
- Meetily installs in under 5 minutes on macOS or Windows
- Community Edition is free forever - open source under MIT license
- Pro free trial gives 14 days of full access with no credit card required
- Pro is $10/month billed annually ($120/year) for enhanced features
- All versions process data 100% locally - nothing is sent to the cloud
- Works with Zoom, Teams, Google Meet, and any meeting platform
Download Meetily
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About the Author
Meetily Team - We build privacy-first AI tools for professionals who need meeting intelligence without compromising data sovereignty. Meetily is open source and trusted by organizations worldwide.
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