Nearo is built for live, one-to-one instruction, and this article gives you a simple overview so you know what to expect and what to do next.
What Nearo is
Nearo is a desktop-based platform designed specifically for one-to-one remote tutoring and instruction.
It focuses on real-time interaction between two people, rather than large group meetings or webinars. This makes it well suited for teaching, guided practice, and personalized support.
Nearo is commonly used for:
Academic tutoring
Skill-based lessons
Guided practice and feedback
Remote instruction that benefits from screen sharing or hands-on help
How Nearo works
Nearo runs as a desktop app to provide better performance and reliability during live sessions.
Sessions happen in real time and support:
Audio and video
Screen sharing
Remote control, when active
There are two ways to connect in Nearo: Calls and Rooms.
Calls in Nearo
A Nearo Call is a live, one-to-one session initiated by a teacher or Admin.
Calls are placed from the Nearo Desktop App to a specific student
Both participants need the Desktop App installed and a Nearo account
Students can receive calls but cannot place them
Rooms in Nearo
A Nearo Room is a personal session space that every host has by default.
Hosts start their Room by opening the Desktop App and clicking Open Room
Guests join using a shared Room link or Room code — no account or app required
Guests can join from any device, including phones, tablets, and Chromebooks
Guests wait until the host admits them before the session begins
Who uses Nearo
Nearo is used by:
Students and guests joining sessions
Individual tutors and teachers
Schools and tutoring organizations
Your role affects how your account is set up and how you connect, but all participants have access to the same core session tools once a session begins.
What you can do in a session
During a Nearo session, you can:
See and hear each other using audio and video
Share your screen (hosts and Call participants)
Use remote control to interact with the shared screen
Switch features on or off as needed
Each of these features is explained in more detail in the Features section of the Help Center.
What you need to get started
To use Nearo as a host or Call participant, you need:
A Nearo account
A supported Windows or macOS computer
A working microphone and camera
A stable internet connection
To join a Nearo Room as a guest, you only need a Room link or code, a browser, and an internet connection.
For details, see What are the system requirements to use Nearo?
How to get started
To begin using Nearo as a host:
Create your account at GetNearo.com
Download and install the Nearo app from the Nearo Dashboard
Sign in and confirm your role
Start a Call or open your Room from the Desktop App
If something is not working as expected, visit the Troubleshooting section of the Help Center for common fixes and next steps.