Can participants start a video call in Upvio?

Upvio's video feature ensures a streamlined and organized experience for both hosts and participants. Here's an important aspect of how the video call works.

In Upvio's video feature, only the meeting host has the ability to start the live session. While participants can join the session, they cannot initiate it themselves. The process ensures that the meeting or session remains under the host’s control and starts on time.

How it works:

  1. Host Control: The designated host is the only one who can start the session, which helps maintain structure and prevents any confusion with participants trying to start the session themselves.

  2. Participant Joining: Once the host starts the session, participants can join it using the session link or invitation they received. They can’t enter the video session before the host begins.

This feature helps ensure that all meetings are organized and managed effectively, with the host overseeing the start of the session. In addition, Upvio combines host-controlled calls with advanced security to protect video calls and ensure that only authorized participants are allowed to join.

Security features that ensure authorized access:

  1. Unique Links: Each session has a secure, unique link to prevent unauthorized access.

  2. Authentication: Participants verify their identity through login or email.

  3. Waiting Room: Hosts can approve participants before they enter.