Since Zoom cloud storage is limited to 60 days, you will need to use an alternative storage solution to have access to recordings for a longer time period. The best option for important recordings will always be to create multiple copies and save them in multiple locations local and online, or to multiple devices. Additionally, saving your recordings with cloud storage solutions will allow you to share your recordings with others.

Below are several storage options to consider based on how long you need the recording and if the recording will be shared internally to JMU or externally. Please be mindful of FERPA requirements and student privacy before sharing class recordings.

Microsoft OneDrive
Everyone at JMU has space available in OneDrive. Files stored in OneDrive can be shared with others at JMU, including students, and with external email addresses.  

Canvas Studio
Canvas Studio is JMU’s platform for recording, storing, and sharing instructional media. It is currently available to all JMU faculty, staff, and students who have a Canvas account

YouTube
Another option is to download your Zoom recordings and upload them to YouTube. Storing recordings on YouTube may be a beneficial option for students, with the recommendation that videos be kept unlisted for privacy.

Local Storage
Recordings can be saved to your local computer hard drive or to an external hard drive. Remember to backup these files to an additional location for added security against data loss.

Note: Due to storage capacity restrictions, the N:Drive should not be utilized for the storage of recordings or as a backup storage location for recordings.