The video call app Around is shutting down just over a year after its acquisition by Miro

Around, a video call app recognized for its live desktop collaboration capabilities, will cease operations on March 31, 2025. The decision follows Miro's acquisition of the app, as the company shifts its focus to enhancing its own collaboration platform. Users are advised to download any recordings they wish to retain before the closure date, as they will become inaccessible afterward.

Miro plans to integrate key features from Around, such as Echo Prevention and reactions, into its video collaboration tools within its collaborative platform to ensure a smooth transition for users. The company has communicated the closure via email, acknowledging the disappointment it may cause, but encourages users to explore Miro Video Calls, which offer screen sharing, sticky notes, and visual brainstorming as alternatives.

The Around team expressed gratitude to its users and reiterated their dedication to fostering collaboration within Miro's ecosystem. In the meantime, if you're interested in a minimal third-party alternative similar to Around, you might want to check out Whereby, in addition to the typical options like Google Meet or Zoom.