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Secure video conferencing is something businesses and developers can’t ignore these days. Jitsi gives you an open-source option you can run yourself, so your video calls stay private and under your control. This guide shows you exactly how to set up a secure Jitsi server — step by step — and also covers the API, UI parts, branding, and practical custom tweaks to fit what you need.
Whether you’re new to Jitsi, a business owner who wants secure calls, or an agency reselling white-label video tools, here’s what you need to get started.
The Jitsi Meet API lets you embed and control video meetings inside your apps or websites. It’s essential if you want to customize your secure video conferencing setup.
I worked with a software agency that built a custom video platform on Jitsi. They used the IFrame API to embed calls in client portals and hooked up JWT tokens for every client. The result? No uninvited guests and a smooth experience.
Knowing Jitsi’s UI parts helps you make a simple, secure, and brand-friendly interface.
Jitsi’s default UI is clean and basic. But with CSS and JavaScript, you can change colors, icons, and layout. Editing the config.js file lets you turn features on or off, like shutting down chat or reducing bandwidth use.
Want only moderators to share screens? Change interfaceConfig.js like this:
toolbarButtons: [
'microphone', 'camera', 'chat', 'settings', 'raisehand', 'hangup'
],
disableRemoteVideo: true,That cuts screen sharing for regular users, keeping things secure.
You can also change the UI on the fly using the API — e.g., disable video if bandwidth drops or show a custom message.
If you’re an agency or business, branding makes your video calls look consistent and professional.
I helped a consulting firm rebrand their Jitsi setup. We replaced all “Jitsi” mentions with their logo and colors, added a welcome message reminding about data privacy, and ran it all on their domain over HTTPS. Clients felt more confident and adopted it faster.
Go beyond looks to lock down security and improve user experience.
Control who creates or joins meetings:
A marketing agency hooked Jitsi to their CRM, auto-creating meeting rooms tied to clients. They locked rooms with tokens and disabled chat for external users to prevent spam and data leaks.
Want to get better and keep your setup solid? Check these out:
Subscribe to Jitsi’s mailing list and GitHub updates to catch security patches and new features fast.
Getting a secure Jitsi server up means you control private, encrypted, and dependable video calls. New to conferencing or running a business? Jitsi’s tools let you build a setup that fits your needs and brand. Just don’t forget security: enable authentication, use HTTPS, and keep everything updated.
Next step: install Jitsi on a VPS, test the API, and tweak the UI. Hands-on work makes for meetings that work well and stay safe.
Start setting up your own secure Jitsi server now. Need help customizing or scaling? Reach out to developers who get video conferencing and security well.
Secure video conferencing with Jitsi means running encrypted, private video meetings on a self-hosted Jitsi server to protect your data and conversations.
Basic Jitsi installation involves setting up a VPS or dedicated server, installing required dependencies, and configuring Jitsi Meet components to create video conferencing rooms.
Yes, Jitsi supports branding options like adding logos, custom welcome messages, color themes, and even modifying UI elements through CSS and API calls.
Use HTTPS with valid SSL certificates, enable authentication mechanisms, keep the server updated, and leverage built-in end-to-end encryption features for maximum security.
Official Jitsi documentation, community forums, GitHub repositories, and technical blogs provide extensive guides on API usage and UI customizations.
From setup to scaling, our Jitsi experts are here to help.