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Can You Use Google Meet After Migrating to Microsoft 365?
Question details
Organizations transitioning to Microsoft 365 need to know if their employees can still host or join Google Meet sessions during and after the migration.
- Product
- Google Workspace and Microsoft 365
- Device & OS
- not provided
- Scenario
- Migrating a company's collaboration suite from G Suite/Google Workspace to Microsoft 365.
- Observed behavior
- Users require clarity on whether their Google Meet licenses persist post-migration and how to join meetings if their Google accounts are deactivated.
Check with your IT administrator to confirm the exact date your Google Workspace accounts will be deactivated and ensure you have access to your new Microsoft 365 credentials.
Use Google Meet While Accounts Are Active
You can continue hosting and joining Google Meet sessions with full functionality as long as your Google Workspace licenses remain active during the transition.
During a phased migration, IT departments often keep Google Workspace accounts active for a certain period. While these accounts are licensed, Google Meet functions normally.
Log in to your Google account. If you can successfully access your Gmail or Google Drive, your account is still active.
Navigate to meet.google.com or open the Google Meet app to start a new meeting or schedule one via Google Calendar.
Join Google Meet as a Guest
If your Google Workspace account has been deactivated post-migration, you can still attend Google Meet sessions hosted by external users.
Transition to Microsoft Teams
Adopt Microsoft Teams as your organization's new primary communication platform, which serves as a direct alternative to Google Meet.
Seamlessly Transition Your Documents with WPS Office
While adjusting to new communication tools like Microsoft Teams, ensure your document workflow remains uninterrupted. WPS Office is a highly compatible, lightweight, and free office suite that effortlessly handles your Word, Excel, and PowerPoint files without the need for an expensive subscription.
- 1. Install WPS Office: Download and install the free WPS Office suite from the official website.
- 2. Open your files: Launch WPS Office and directly open your existing Microsoft Office or Google Workspace exported documents.
- 3. Edit and collaborate: Use the familiar interface to edit, save, and share your documents seamlessly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will my previously scheduled Google Meet links break after migrating?
Yes, if your Google Workspace account is completely deactivated, any previously generated Google Meet links tied to your account will no longer work, and you will lose the ability to host those meetings.
Can I use my new Microsoft 365 email to host a Google Meet session?
No, hosting a Google Meet session requires an active Google Workspace license or a personal Google account. However, you can use your Microsoft 365 email to receive invitations and join existing Google Meet sessions as a guest.
Is Microsoft Teams included automatically in my Microsoft 365 plan?
Yes, most Microsoft 365 business and enterprise plans include Microsoft Teams by default, allowing you to instantly replace Google Meet for your internal and external video conferencing needs.
