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tl;dv Can't Download Recording

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November 15, 2026
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// quick answer

Downloads need Pro or Enterprise for both the recording owner and the person downloading, plus editor or admin rights, even on public recordings. There is no bulk export.

Most likely fix: Check both plans

How to fix it

// try these in order, the most common fix is first

  1. FIX 1Check both plans

    1. 01Confirm you and the owner are on Pro or Enterprise
    2. 02If the owner is on Free, ask them to download it during the deletion window or upgrade
    Did this fix it?
  2. FIX 2Get editor rights

    1. 01Ask the owner to give you editor or admin rights on the meeting
    Did this fix it?
  3. FIX 3Download meetings one by one

    1. 01Open each meeting page and click the download button at the top
    2. 02Use the API or webhooks on paid plans if you need to move many recordings
    Did this fix it?

Symptoms

The download button is missing or greyed out on a meeting page, or a teammate's shared recording can't be downloaded.

Why it happens

  • C-01You or the recording owner are on the Free plan
  • C-02You only have viewer rights on the meeting
  • C-03Trying to export many meetings at once (not supported)

// this guide also covers

  • tldv download recording
  • tldv export transcript
  • tldv cannot download
  • tldv bulk export

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