To install Zoom or Zoom Rooms on a Mac computer, you need to change the security and privacy settings to allow downloaded applications from certain developers.
Quick Steps
To install the Zoom app on macOS, you can follow these steps:
- Go to the Zoom website (https://zoom.us/) and click on the “Download” button on the homepage.
- Select “Download for Mac” from the options provided.
- Once the download is complete, open the downloaded file (Zoom.pkg) by double-clicking on it.
- Follow the prompts in the installation wizard to install Zoom on your Mac.
- Once the installation is complete, you can find the Zoom app in the Applications folder on your Mac.
- You can launch the Zoom app by double-clicking on it.
- Log in with your Zoom account or create a new account if you don’t have one.
- Once you’re logged in, you can start or join a meeting.
You may need to enable the installation of apps from “unidentified developers” in your Mac’s Security & Privacy settings. You can do this by going to System Preferences > Security & Privacy > General and then click on “Allow apps downloaded from: App Store and identified developers”
Setting for Permission to install the Zoom App on macOS
- Click the Apple icon in the upper left corner of the screen.
- Then Select System Preferences
- Then Click on the Security and Privacy option
- You can make changes by clicking on the lock icon at the bottom left.
- Enter the computer administrator’s username and password.
- Apps that allow downloading
- Change the settings to allow apps downloaded from the following sources: App Store and identified developers for the App Store
For Mac High Sierra (10.13.x), you must also click Allow.
- Click the lock icon again to prevent further changes.
How to Install the Zoom application on macOS
1. Please access Download Center .
2. Click Download next to Zoom Client for Meeting .
3. Open the downloaded file. Usually, it is saved in the download folder.
4. Follow the instructions to install the application on your computer click on continue Button.
5. Select the location where you want to install.
If you want to select for all users of your computer then select ” install for all users of this computer”.
6. Now click on continue Button.
7. If you want to change the location for the zoom installation then you can select by the click on “change install Location”
Now click on the install Button.
Permissions for the Zoom application in macOS
The Mac OS 10.14 Mojave and Mac OS 10.15 Catalina have increased their security and permissions, resulting in the Zoom desktop client requesting authorization to access the microphone, camera, and screen recording capabilities on Mac OS 10.15 Catalina.
The permissions are set within System Preferences of the device.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I download the Zoom app on my Mac?
- Please go to the Zoom Downloads page for more information.
- You could download the Zoom Client for Meetings first option by visiting the “Zoom Software Download Center” page.
- Upon the completion of the download, you will need to open up the Finder on your computer.
- The installer program will begin running when you click Continue in the pop-up window.
- The installation process will be completed once you follow the prompts.
How do you download a Zoom update on a Mac?
Why can’t I update Zoom on my Mac?
How do I download Zoom on my Mac?
- Go to the Zoom website (https://zoom.us/) and click on the “Download” button on the homepage. Select “Download for Mac” from the options provided. Once the download is complete, open the downloaded file (Zoom.pkg) by double-clicking on it and follow the prompts in the installation wizard to install Zoom on your Mac.
Where can I find the Zoom app on my Mac?
- Once the installation is complete, you can find the Zoom app in the Applications folder on your Mac.
How do I launch the Zoom app on my Mac?
- You can launch the Zoom app by double-clicking on it. Once you’re logged in, you can start or join a meeting.
How do I sign in to Zoom on my Mac?
- After launching the Zoom app, you can sign in with your Zoom account or create a new account if you don’t have one.
What do I need to do to install apps from “unidentified developers” on my Mac?
- You may need to enable the installation of apps from “unidentified developers” in your Mac’s Security & Privacy settings. You can do this by going to System Preferences > Security & Privacy > General and then click on “Allow apps downloaded from: App Store and identified developers”
What should I do if I’m having trouble installing Zoom on my Mac?
- If you’re having trouble installing Zoom on your Mac, make sure that your Mac meets the minimum system requirements for Zoom. Also, check your Mac’s Security & Privacy settings to ensure that you have allowed the installation of apps from “unidentified developers”.
How can I update Zoom on my Mac?
- Zoom will automatically check for updates and prompt you to update the app when a new version is available. You can also manually check for updates by going to the Zoom app menu and selecting “Check for Updates”.
Can I run Zoom on an older version of macOS?
- Zoom may run on older versions of macOS, but it’s recommended to use the latest version of Zoom on the latest version of macOS for optimal performance and security.
How can I uninstall Zoom from my Mac?
- To uninstall Zoom from your Mac, you can either drag the Zoom app from the Applications folder to the trash, or you can use the Uninstaller provided in the Zoom installation package.
What should I do if Zoom is not working on my Mac?
- If Zoom is not working on your Mac, try restarting your Mac and check your internet connection. If the problem persists, check your Mac’s settings to ensure that Zoom has been granted access to your microphone and camera. Also, check your Mac’s Security & Privacy settings to ensure that Zoom is not blocked.
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