Update #1 September 25th, 2019: The above posting was updated to reflect OS X 10.11 instead of OS X 10.9. Update #2 September 27th, 2019: A new recommendation has been added in place of the previously provided terminal commands. Google Photos is the home for all your photos and videos, automatically organized and easy to share.

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Duo is the highest quality1 video calling app. It’s free, simple and works on Android phones, iPhones, tablets, computers, and smart displays, like the Google Nest Hub Max.

Getting started

See who’s already available to connect on Duo or invite a friend to join.
Tap into a contact to leave a note, video or voice message.
Create a group of 32 participants. Then, tap the group name to easily start a group video call.
Your calls and messages stay private and can only be seen by you and the person you're talking with.

Be part of bedtime

Tuck them in with their favorite stories over one-to-one video calls with the highest quality1, so you don't miss a precious moment. Learn more about Nest.

Get the group together

Keep the fun times rolling with your weekly game nights over group calling. Available for 32 friends at a time and works on Android phones, iPhones, iPads and tablets. You can also join a group call with just a link.

More fun with the
entire family

Google Duo’s new Family mode2 lets you doodle on video calls for everyone to see and surprise loved ones with fun masks and effects. Family mode also helps avoid accidental hang-ups and mutes by hiding those buttons while you play together.

Send a little love
their way

Brighten up someone’s day by sending a note, voice or video message with fun effects. Let them know you’re thinking of them, even when they’re far away or can’t pick up.

Make video calls
more fun

From putting on a pair of virtual heart glasses to channeling your inner dinosaur, new AR effects let you express yourself. These fun new effects change based on your facial expressions and move with you around the screen.

Capture special moments

Take a photo of your video call to capture any moment, and share it automatically with everyone on the call.

Keep calls private with end-to-end encryption

Whether it's one-to-one calls, group calls or video messages, your conversations on Duo will always stay private with end-to-end encryption. Learn more.
Try Google Duo
Download Google Duo for free, simple, high quality video calling on iOS and Android.
1Based on Signals Research Group technical study comparing video degradation time over 3G, LTE, and Wi-Fi.
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Editor's note: Google Duo is available only on the App Store for iPhone and iPad. You can try one of Mac alternatives: Zoom or Skype.

Google Duo for Mac is a simple video and voice calling app available for the Android and iOS operating systems. This service allows making high-quality calls and sending video messages to help you always stay in touch with those who matter most for you.

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Group video calls

Google Duo lets you meet face to face up to 8 people in one video call simultaneously. Use group calls to stay in touch with your friends and a family at the most important moments.

Calls between Android and iOS users

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Initially, the app has been available only for Android and iOS users. It is reliable, and works on different devices, including smartphones, tablets, and Google Nest. Now you can also try Google Duo on Mac.

Low light mode

After a recent upgrade, Google Duo allows you to make better-quality video calls by optimizing them for poor lighting conditions.

Video messages

Are you on the go and don’t have time to type the text? Use Google Duo to send instant video messages with fun effects.

Audio calls

You can make audio calls when you have no opportunity to chat or talk over a video.

Would you like to try all these handy features? Learn here how to download Google Duo for Mac.

Note: Data charges may apply. We recommend checking your carrier for details. The availability of specific features can vary on devices with different specifications.