Extract for Fathom

Guide

Use a Fathom API key to export meetings

Extract uses your own Fathom API key so the Chrome extension can fetch meeting data directly from Fathom and build the ZIP locally. This keeps the export path simple and keeps meeting content out of the Extract server.

Best for users who want to understand how the connection works before installing a transcript exporter.

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Workflow

How to do it

  1. Open Fathom's API settings and generate a key for your account.
  2. Install Extract for Fathom in Chrome.
  3. Paste the key into the extension's connect screen.
  4. Run a free three-meeting export to confirm the setup.
  5. Export the full matching set if you have a license.
  6. Delete or rotate the API key in Fathom if you stop using the extension.

Manual vs Extract

Where Extract removes the busywork

Manual workflow

  • API scripts can work, but require command-line setup.
  • Custom scripts need their own retry, file naming, and ZIP logic.
  • OAuth app setup is heavier than a personal API-key workflow.
  • Server-side exports can create privacy and storage questions.

With Extract for Fathom

  • Uses the Fathom API key inside Chrome.
  • Fetches meeting data directly from Fathom.
  • Builds the ZIP in the browser.
  • Sends only license checks to Extract's Rails app.

Meeting content stays local

Extract's Chrome extension talks directly to Fathom with your API key and builds the export ZIP in your browser. The Rails app only handles license checks, checkout, and anonymous diagnostics. It does not receive transcripts, summaries, highlights, or action items.

Questions

Common questions

Where do I get a Fathom API key?

Open Fathom user settings and look for API access. Fathom also documents API setup in its developer quickstart.

Can I revoke the key later?

Yes. Manage or rotate the key from your Fathom account settings.

Related guides

More Fathom export workflows

Guide

Export Fathom Transcripts

Export Fathom transcripts in bulk into Markdown, TXT, JSON, and CSV files with one local ZIP download.

 Guide

Download Fathom Transcripts

Download Fathom transcripts as organized local files instead of copying meeting notes one by one.

 Guide

Fathom Transcript to Markdown

Convert Fathom transcripts and meeting summaries into Markdown files for notes, knowledge bases, and local archives.

Export your Fathom meetings into files you own

Install the extension, try three matching meetings free, and unlock full-history exports when you are ready.

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