Webinar platforms have come a long way since Microsoft first launched its video conferencing software NetMeeting in 1996, but the core idea remains unchanged. Today, webinars are versatile tools for training, education, communication, and marketing, enabling presenters to engage with audiences in real time through polls, surveys, and questions. Webinars excel at generating leads, raising awareness, teaching skills, and demonstrating products. Their direct-to-camera presentation feels authentic — even when pre-recorded — and helps brands build their presence. Despite their versatility, webinar software platforms are easy to use.  However, there are many different kinds of webinars you can host, so it’s important to be aware of the best practices of each. 1 CloudTalk Employees per Company Size Micro (0-49), Small (50-249), Medium (250-999), Large (1,000-4,999), Enterprise (5,000+) Any Company Size Any Company Size Features 24/7 Customer Support, Call Management/Monitoring, Contact Center, and more The only five types of webinars Here are the different types of webinars you’re going to see: Live webinars. On-demand webinars. Simulated live webinars. Hybrid webinars. Virtual workshop webinars. In case you’re wondering… …