Check out the 7 best video interviewing software platforms you can use completely for FREE online! We found the best solutions you can use completely for free and listed their pros and cons. All you have to do is choose your perfect fit!
Hi there, HR and recruiting friends! 🙂
I’m writing this blog post because in the past 2 weeks we received a ton of inquiries from our users, as well as the readers of our blog, about the video interviewing software.
You want to know which are the best video interviewing platforms you can start using right now, preferably for free. I know you’re busy, stressed and you need a solution. To help you out, I conducted detailed research and found the best solutions you can use completely for free!
So without any further ado, let’s get down to it! 💪
Here is the list of the top 5 video interviewing software you can use completely for FREE during the Coronavirus crisis:
I know, I know - you don’t have time to research every solution. Luckily, you don’t have to! 😅
Below you’ll find a short description of each software video interviewing software, followed by its pros and cons. All there’s left for you to do is choose your perfect fit! 🎯
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Outmatch is a talent selection platform that offers pre-employment assessments and talent analytics. In response to the recent Coronavirus outbreak, Outmatch is offering you to use its video interviewing platform for free during the next 2 months.
How it works?
Their 60-day FREE program includes unlimited use of live and on-demand video interviewing. You can record and share videos, leave feedback in real-time and even add branded videos to showcase your people, culture, and all the things that make your company great. You’ll also have a Client Success Manager help set you up for success.
Get it for free!
Watch a 3-minute demo and then fill in this form to get instant access to the video interviewing platform! As simple as that. 🙂
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myInterview is a premium video interview provider operating globally. myInterview is completely mobile responsive, so there's no need for applicants to download a separate app. MyInterview is GDPR compliant and offers support both for interviewers and candidates.
How it works?
You can integrate myInterview into your ATS or use it as a standalone video interviewing platform. You can also customize your branded profile, set the interview questions and invite candidates.
Get it for free!
MyInterview offers a forever free plan that includes 1 job, 2 user seats and up to 30 candidates. Claim your free account! ♾️
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Harver is a pre-employment assessment software for volume hiring. To help companies cope with the coronavirus situation, they are offering their Virtual Interviewing Module for free! You can use it for at least 60 days - no strings attached!
How it works?
Harver’s virtual interviewing module lets you implement an asynchronous video interview in your selection process. You can upload your own videos or ask written questions and see how candidates answer them in recorded video responses.
Get it for free!
Request your free virtual interviewing tool! They promise to get back to you in 24 hours! ⏲️
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Willo offers straightforward, affordable video interviewing that you can set up in minutes. Launching in 2020 they now operate in over 67 countries and focus on delivering an awesome user experience! Willo integrates with Zapier, is available on any device with no downloads or plug-in required and is fully GDPR compliant.
How it works?
You write the questions, and ask anyone, anywhere in the world, to answer them - on video.
Integrate Willo with your existing ATS and CRM or use it as a standalone video interviewing platform. You can also connect Willo to your favorite apps such as Trello, Calendly and Slack to really automate your workflow. ⚡
Get it for Free!
Willo has a free forever plan which includes 1 user and 25 interviews each month. You can create a free account and start interviewing within minutes.
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Google Hangouts is a video-conferencing tool available to all G Suite users. Due to the coronavirus outbreak, Google is offering free access to advanced Hangouts Meet video-conferencing capabilities to all G Suite users until July 1, 2020.
How it works?
You can use it on your desktop or mobile phone via the iOS and Android app. Just set up a meeting and share a link. It’s that easy! Advanced features include hosting up to 250 participants per (video) call, live streaming for up to 100,000 viewers, as well as recording meetings and saving them to Google drive. 📥
Get it for free!
You can use Google Hangouts for free until July 1st, 2020 to get started!
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You’re probably familiar with Skype, one of the oldest (15 years) video conferencing solutions around. Skype is also still one of the highest rated by users. It is free to use.
How it works?
With the Skype video chat app, group video calling for up to 50 people is available for free on just about any mobile device, tablet or computer. Screen sharing and background blur features are included. You can also present PowerPoint slides and record your meetings (interviews).
Get it for free!
➡️ Download Skype for desktop or mobile!
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Zoom is a video-conferencing platform that offers simplified video conferencing and messaging across any device. Zoom is free for anyone to use but its basic package has a 40-minute meeting limit for more than 3 participants. UPDATE: Beware of privacy and security issues! ⚠️
How it works?
You can use Zoom from a desktop and your mobile phone via a mobile app for iPhone or Android. Multiple participants (up to 1000) can share their screens simultaneously (max 49 videos on screen) and co-annotate for a more interactive meeting.
Get it for free!
You can start by testing Zoom and if you like it, sign up for free Zoom training and download Zoom to start zooming today!
Still not quite sure which video interviewing software is perfect for you? 🤔
Here is a quick recap of their pros and cons:
Outmatch
Video interviewing tool specialized for hiring
Conduct live video interviews and record them
Free for the next 2 months.
MyInterview
Video interviewing tool specialized for hiring
All the features you’ll need to virtually interview candidates
Free forever plan (includes 2 user seats and 30 candidates per job).
Harver
A good solution for asynchronous video interviewing
Candidates answer your questions with recorded video responses
Free for the next 2 months.
Google Hangouts
Video conferencing software (not specialized for recruitment)
Conduct live video interviews and record them
Free until July 1, 2020.
Skype
One of the oldest and highest rated video conferencing solutions
Present PowerPoint slides and record your interviews
Free forever.
Zoom
Video conferencing software (not specialized for recruitment)
Free to use for everyone (unlimited 1 to 1 meetings)
40-minute meeting limit for more than 3 participants
UPDATE: Security and privacy concerns!
The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak continues to capture headlines and disrupt the way people all around the world live and work. As the disease continues to spread, few companies have been left untouched.
As a result, the coronavirus crisis is having a huge impact on the job market and recruitment as well. HR professionals and recruiters are facing different challenges caused by a coronavirus.
Some are imposing a hiring freeze, but many others are continuing to recruit or even facing a sudden hiring surge.
No matter what if you’re currently hiring or not, the coronavirus pandemic has marked a new era for interviewers and interviewees.
HR professionals and recruiters have to adapt to the current situation and move their complete hiring process online.
If you’re used to in-person interviews, you might feel a bit nervous about switching to virtual screening and interviewing process. However, conducting job interviews online doesn’t have to be a daunting process.
Conducting a job interview remotely or virtually is basically the same as conducting them in your office. All you need is the right technology. Don’t worry about the rest - you’ve got it! 💪
Just in case you need some encouragement, here are a few resources to help you out:
Join our expert webinar on April 15th to learn tips and tricks for video interviewing
Find out How to Be a Good Interviewer [INFOGRAPHIC INCLUDED]
Happy (video) interviewing! 🙂
