Google Hangouts | IT@UMN | The people behind the technology

Overview

With Google Hangouts you can send messages, share photos, make phone calls, video chat, or host a meeting with one person or an entire group. Communication is instant and synced across devices.

Note: Hangouts is available to all members of the HCC until October 1, 2020.

Highlights

Send instant messages to one person or start a group chat
Video chat with up to 25 people and invite guests from outside the University
Make phone calls from your computer to any US-based phone number
Share photos, videos, or emojis

Getting Started

Sign In

Hangouts (in Gmail)

Get Help

Intended Audience

Students

Instructors

Researchers

Staff & Departments

Health Sciences Affiliates

Cost

University-funded: no charge.

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Events

Any time

G Suite Learning Center: Getting Started with Classic Hangouts

Additional Resources

Use Communication and Conferencing Tools

Zoom