Whereby Video Conferencing

Whereby is a leading browser-based video conferencing platform that originated in Norway. Originally launched in 2013 under the name Appear.in, it was developed by Telenor Digital as a project to simplify online meetings by removing the need for downloads or registrations. The tool quickly gained global popularity for its privacy-first approach and ease of use.

In 2017, the company rebranded and transitioned into its own independent entity, eventually adopting the name Whereby. The product is primarily developed in Norway by a remote-first team. It is owned by Video Communication Service AS, maintaining its status as an independent European alternative to Silicon Valley-based communication tools. The platform is widely used by businesses for internal meetings and integrated as an API for embedded video solutions in healthcare, education, and professional services.