Jitsi Video Conferencing

Jitsi Meet provides your community with secure, self-hosted video conferencing capabilities for meetings, events, and casual conversations.

🚀 Getting Started

Access Jitsi

Web Interface: jitsi.maidan.cloud
No Account Required: Join meetings without signing up
Mobile Apps: Jitsi Meet mobile apps work with your instance
Custom Server: Use your instance URL in mobile apps

Starting a Meeting

Visit the Jitsi interface
Enter Room Name: Create or join a meeting room
Configure Audio/Video: Set up your camera and microphone
Join: Start or join the meeting

🎥 Meeting Features

Core Functionality

HD Video: High-quality video conferencing
Audio Options: Mute/unmute, push-to-talk
Screen Sharing: Share your screen or applications
Chat: Text chat alongside video
Recording: Record meetings for later review

Advanced Features

Breakout Rooms: Split large meetings into smaller groups
Polls: Real-time polling during meetings
Whiteboard: Collaborative drawing and annotation
Live Streaming: Stream meetings to external platforms
Dial-in: Phone access for participants without internet

🔐 Security & Privacy

Privacy Protection

Self-Hosted: All traffic stays on your infrastructure
No External Servers: Complete data sovereignty
End-to-End Encryption: Optional E2EE for enhanced security
No Registration: Participate without creating accounts

Meeting Security

Room Passwords: Password-protect sensitive meetings
Lobby Mode: Control who can join meetings
Moderator Controls: Manage participants and content
Participant Management: Mute, remove, or promote participants

📱 Mobile & Desktop Apps

Mobile Setup

Download Jitsi Meet from app store
Configure Server: Enter https://jitsi.maidan.cloud
Join Meetings: Enter room name and join
Push Notifications: Get notified of meeting updates

Desktop Applications

Electron App: Native desktop application available
Browser: Works in any modern web browser
Calendar Integration: Schedule meetings with calendar apps

🛠️ Meeting Management

Creating Meetings

Room Names: Use descriptive, memorable names
Recurring Meetings: Use the same room name for regular meetings
Scheduling: Share room links in advance
Preparation: Test audio/video before important meetings

Moderator Features

Participant Control: Mute all, remove disruptive participants
Recording Management: Start/stop recordings
Security Settings: Enable/disable features as needed
Quality Control: Adjust video quality based on bandwidth

🎯 Common Use Cases

Community Meetings

Town Halls: Large community gatherings
Working Groups: Smaller focused meetings
Social Events: Virtual social gatherings
Educational Sessions: Training and workshops

Professional Uses

Board Meetings: Governance and administrative meetings
Project Planning: Collaborative planning sessions
One-on-Ones: Private conversations between members
Presentations: Share presentations with the community

🔧 Tips & Best Practices

Technical Best Practices

Good Internet: Stable connection for best experience
Headphones: Reduce echo and improve audio quality
Lighting: Good lighting for video clarity
Quiet Environment: Minimize background noise

Meeting Etiquette

Mute When Not Speaking: Reduce background noise
Use Chat: Ask questions via chat to avoid interruptions
Be Punctual: Join meetings on time
Test Setup: Check audio/video before important meetings

🔗 Official Resources

Jitsi Meet Documentation: jitsi.github.io/handbook
User Guide: jitsi.org/user-guide
Mobile Apps: jitsi.org/downloads
Security Features: jitsi.org/security

🤝 Community Integration

Integration with Other Services

Matrix Chat: Share meeting links in Matrix rooms
Calendar: Schedule meetings and share invites
Governance: Use for community decision-making meetings
Documentation: Record meetings for community archives

Getting Help

Test Meetings: Use test rooms to familiarize yourself
Community Support: Ask questions in Matrix #help room
Documentation: Check this guide and official resources

Ready to meet? Create your first meeting room and explore the features. Perfect for community meetings, social gatherings, and collaborative sessions!