HIPAA LINK vs Google Meet
Google Meet can be configured for HIPAA compliance under a Google Workspace BAA, but it is a general meeting tool. HIPAA LINK is built for therapy: a real waiting room, client queue, and the clinical tools a session needs, with a BAA on every plan including Free.
| Feature | HIPAA LINKTherapy-focused | Google Meet |
|---|---|---|
| Getting started | ||
| No download for clients | ||
| Free Plan with a BAA | ||
| BAA without a paid Workspace plan | ||
| Custom branded waiting room | ||
| In session | ||
| HD 1:1 video | ||
| Group sessions | Up to 16 | |
| Screen share | ||
| Whiteboard | Jamboard | |
| EMDR therapy tools | ||
| Client queue for providers | ||
| Clinical & documentation | ||
| AI progress notes | Credit-based | |
| Notes generator | ||
| Teleconsent e-signature | ||
| Assessments (scored) | ||
| Custom form builder | ||
| Practice tools | ||
| HIPAA compliant fax | Add-on | |
| Documents (clinic & personal) | Drive | |
| Accept payments (Stripe) | ||
| Purpose-built for therapy | ||
| Admin & staff roles | Workspace | |
Comparison based on publicly available information and typical plan configurations as of 2026. Features and pricing on other platforms may change; check each vendor for the latest. "Add-on" means available at additional cost.
Where HIPAA LINK stands apart
Built for clinical visits
A real waiting room, client queue, and therapy tools replace a general meeting link that was never designed for care.
Compliance without the overhead
A BAA is included on every plan, including Free, with no paid Workspace subscription or admin configuration required.
Documentation in the room
AI progress notes, a notes generator, teleconsent, and assessments live where the session happens, not across separate Google apps.
A fair comparison
Google Meet is a solid product and the right fit for some teams. We have tried to represent it accurately. The best way to decide is to try HIPAA LINK free for 14 days and see how it fits your sessions, no credit card required.
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