The New Normal
When it comes to closing leads and creating happy customers, 3 things apply above all else: Trust, Speed, and Convenience. Video conferencing has quickly become a preferred method of communication for businesses and consumers alike; with many small businesses offering free, convenient, and fast in-home virtual consultations.
If you’re a small business looking to generate more leads, as well as build loyalty with your existing customer base, setting up a virtual sales and service strategy will certainly go a very long way.
Below we’ve listed some of our favorite tools and software applications designed to help your small business close leads faster, and keep your customers happier.
12 Free Online Video Conference Tools for Small Businesses
Free Video Conferencing Tools
- FreeConference.com
- FaceTime
- Hangouts
- Google Meet
- Skype
- Starleaf
- Jitsi Meet
- Whereby
- Talky
- Jami
- Lifesize
- Gotalk
FreeConference
FreeConference.com offers free video calling for up to 5 web participants and 100 call participants, with plans to upgrade should you need more features:
FaceTime
For the Apple users out there, FaceTime is a quick and easy way to connect with your sales prospects and existing customers alike.
Hangouts
Ah, the age old battle between Apple and Android. To ensure you’re catering to all customers, Hangouts is avaialable for Android users as an alternative to FaceTime.
Google Meet
Google recently opened up their popular Google Meet desktop video conferencing software to all users, where users can either connect with their computer or dial-in via phone.
Skype
Skype has been a popular phone and video calling app for many small businesses, and continues to be a familiar option for most people.
Starleaf
Starleaf offers secure business video chat, and integration with all of Microsoft’s most popular software applications.
Jitsi Meet
Jitsi, recently acquired by 8×8, offers secure and completely free web-based video conferencing with available Calendar and Slack integrations.
Whereby
Another web-based option, Whereby offers super simple video meetings and screen sharing, without requiring any app or software downloads.
Talky
Talky.io features easy, web-based video calls and screensharing for up to 6 people. Simply create a custom Room URL and you’re set.
Jami
Jami is an innovative open source, completely free desktop app that allows for free and confidential video conferencing.
Lifesize
Free, unlimited meetings with up to 10 participants.You can join from any device and collaborate from anywhere. Free trial, no credit card.
GoTalk
Gotalk is another web-based options, with no logins or apps needed. Simply enter your custom meeting link and get started.
