Zoom’s desktop and mobile applications, as well as a mobile app like the Zoom for Android and Zoom for Apple iPhone, allow participants to join a meeting via an email invitation, instant messaging invitation, through the browser, from a landline or mobile phone, or using a H.323 or SIP device.

You can download Zoom from the Download Center before you participate in a Zoom meeting via a computer or mobile device. In the alternative, when you click on a link to join a meeting, you will be prompted to download and install Zoom.

As well as participating in a test meeting, you may also join a meeting without an account, to familiarize yourself with using Zoom.

Contents

- 0.0.1 Before you begin

1 Join a Zoom meeting on the desktop client using Windows or macOS
- 1.1 How to join Zoom Meeting on Windows or macOS
- 1.2 How to join Zoom Meeting using Linux
2 Know How to join a Zoom meeting on the mobile app
- 2.1 How to join Zoom Meeting on Android Mobile
- 2.2 How to join Zoom Meeting using iOS Mobile
3 How to join a Zoom meeting on a web browser
4 How to join a Zoom meeting through other methods
5 How to join a meeting using Zoom’s web client

Before you begin

Each meeting has a unique 9, 10, or 11 digit number called a meeting ID.
You need this number to join the Zoom meeting.
If you want to join by phone, you will need the conference call number listed in the invitation .

In addition, here you can test the connectivity to the Zoom from.

Join a Zoom meeting on the desktop client using Windows or macOS

How to join Zoom Meeting on Windows or macOS

1. You will need to open the Zoom desktop client.
2. You can join a meeting using one of the following methods:
  - The Join a Meeting button allows you to join a meeting without having to register.
  - Signing in to a meeting is an alternative method of joining meetings.
    1. Open the Zoom desktop client and sign in to the meeting.
    2. Navigate to the Home tab.
    3. Click Join to join the meeting.

1. You will be asked for the meeting ID and your display name.
  - If you do not wish to see your default name appear if you are logged in, please change your name.
  - Please enter a display name if you are not signed in.
2. If you want to connect audio and/or video, please select the appropriate option.
3. You will then be prompted to join.

How to join Zoom Meeting using Linux

Zoom’s desktop client should now be open.
Follow these steps to join a meeting:
- Click Join a Meeting if you wish to join without signing in.
- If you wish to join by logging in:
  1. Launch the Zoom desktop client.
  2. Click on the Home tab.
  3. Click the Join button.
Specify the name and the ID number of the meeting.
- To avoid having your default name displayed, make sure you have signed in and changed your name.
- Please enter a display name if you have not signed in.
Is audio and/or video connected to the computer you would like to connect to?
Please click the Join button.

Know How to join a Zoom meeting on the mobile app

How to join Zoom Meeting on Android Mobile

You should now be able to access Zoom from your mobile device.
The following methods can be used to join a meeting:
- Tap Join a Meeting if you want to join the meeting without logging in.
- Sign in to Zoom then tap Join to join the meeting.
Type the ID number of the meeting as well as your display name in the field provided.
- If you do not want your default name to appear when you’re logged in, change your name.
- Alternatively, you can enter a display name if you’re not signed in.
Click the Join Meeting button and you will be asked if you want to join audio and/or video.

How to join Zoom Meeting using iOS Mobile

Launch the Zoom mobile app. The Zoom mobile app can be downloaded from the App Store if you have not already done so.
There are several ways to connect:
- If you don’t want to sign in, you can tap Join a Meeting.
- You will need to sign in first.
Type your display name and meeting ID number.
- Changing your name will prevent your default name from showing if you’re signed in.
- Enter a display name if you’re not signed in.
Please select whether you would like to connect audio and/or video and click Join.

How to join a Zoom meeting on a web browser

Join Zoom Meeting on Google Chrome web browser

Go to your Chrome browser and open it.
Then, go to www.join.zoom.us.
You will need to enter the meeting ID provided by the host/organizer.
Then click the Join button.
- For those of you joining from Google Chrome for the first time, you will be instructed to open the Zoom desktop client to participate in the session.
- It is possible to skip this step in the future if you select the Always open these types of links in the associated app option.
- To open Zoom Meetings on a PC, click the Open Zoom Meetings button, or Open Zoom.us on a Mac to launch the pop-up window.

Join Zoom Meeting on Safari web browser

You can open Safari by clicking on the icon.
Open join.zoom.us by clicking on the icon.
Then, enter the meeting ID that was provided by the meeting host.
Click the Join button.
Then, click Allow when you are asked if you want to open Zoom.us.

Join Zoom Meeting on Microsoft Edge or Internet Explorer web browser

Make sure you are using Edge or Internet Explorer.
If you are using Internet Explorer, go to join.zoom.us.
There you will need to enter the meeting ID provided to you by the host/organizer.

Join Zoom Meeting on Mozilla Firefox web browser

Launch Firefox by clicking on the Firefox icon.
Click on join.zoom.us and complete the signup process.
Enter the meeting ID that you received from the host/organizer.
Once you have done that, click the Join button.
- When joining from Firefox for the first time, you may be prompted to open Zoom or zoom installer package if it is your first time joining.
- By selecting the box labeled Remember my choice for zoommtg links in the future, you will be able to skip this step in the future.
- 2. Click on the link to open it.

How to join a Zoom meeting through other methods

Join Zoom Meeting using Email

When you receive an email or a calendar invitation, click the link to join.
You may need to click Allow when Zoom is prompted to open in your default web browser.

Join Zoom Meeting using Messaging

The Zoom desktop client or Zoom mobile app enables others to send you an instant message requesting a meeting if you are online, when you are using the Zoom desktop client or Zoom mobile app. The incoming message notification will display who is calling, along with a ringtone, along with an incoming message message. You can accept the call to join the meeting.

Join Zoom Meeting using Telephone

The number you received in your invitation is the teleconferencing number you will need to call.
Simply dial the meeting ID number as directed.

Please note:

You will be able to enter your 6-digit participant ID if you have already joined the meeting by computer. When asked to enter your participant ID, simply press # again if you have not yet joined on your computer.

Join Zoom Meeting using H.323/SIP

In the invitation, you will be provided the IP address for the meeting (requires the Room Connector add-on).
By touching (DTMF) tones followed by #, enter the meeting ID.
192.168.10.55##000111000 is another dial string you can use to join the meeting directly.

How to join a meeting using Zoom’s web client

Zoom web clients allow users to join meetings from any web browser without installing any software or plugins.

Without downloading the Zoom app, join a meeting

Note:

Meeting hosts must enable participants to join from their browsers.

From your email or calendar invitation, locate the meeting invite link.
Join the meeting by clicking the link.
You will be prompted to open or download the application in a pop-up window on your web browser.
Click Cancel when your web browser displays the pop-up window.
Click Join at the bottom of the page.
The page will reload for you.
Allow Zoom access to your microphone and camera by clicking Allow.
Join the meeting by logging in.
Check the box to remember your name for future meetings if desired.
Please click the Join button.

Frequently Asked Questions

For you to be able to participate in Zoom meetings or even to be able to host them, you do not need to install any additional software on your computer prior to being able to do so. In order to do this, you only need a web browser, and you will be able to do it all online. If you received the meeting invitation URL via an email or text message from the host, click on it. By clicking on the button, you will be directed to your preferred web browser where a new tab will open in your preferred browser.

In order to participate in the meeting, you must provide the meeting ID and passcode, as well as the date and time of the meeting in Zoom

The first thing you need to do is visit zoom.us/join in your web browser.
If the host/organizer has provided you with a meeting ID, please enter it.
Join the group by clicking the Join button. …
There are a number of things you can do:
When you are asked if Zoom can use your computer’s microphone and camera, Zoom will ask you whether you agree.
Click on the Join button after entering your display name and joining the group.

Zoom will offer to download their app to your Android or Apple device if you have not done so already. If you are using the Zoom app for the first time, Zoom will ask you to download the app if you have not already done so. You will need to select the meeting link from the meeting invitation once you have opened it.The Zoom app will open as soon as you open the Zoom app on your phone and then ask you whether to join the meeting through the app or to download it to your device so you can join the meeting later.Once you have selected the Install option, click on it.

A Zoom meeting can be joined via phone if the following steps are followed:

The number to dial is 669-900-6833 if you are using a telephone. Please take note that Zoom updates its phone numbers on a regular basis. …
As the meeting facilitator, you will be provided with the Zoom meeting ID for your meeting, which you should enter at the prompt when joining the meeting. …
By hanging up the phone, you will be able to disconnect from the meeting.

On the Rooms Profiles page, click the Edit button. You can find the room passcode in the Basic section by scrolling down. You can do this by clicking on the icon that looks like an eye. The passcode can be viewed by clicking on the link below.

Q: How do I join a Zoom meeting?

A: To join a Zoom meeting, you will need to click on the link provided in the invitation or enter the meeting ID and password (if required) on the Zoom website or in the Zoom app.

Q: How do I install Zoom?

A: To install Zoom, you can go to the Zoom website and download the app for your computer or mobile device.

Q: Do I need an account to join a Zoom meeting?

A: No, you do not need an account to join a Zoom meeting. However, having an account will give you additional features such as screen sharing and recording.

Q: Can I join a Zoom meeting by phone?

A: Yes, you can join a Zoom meeting by phone by dialing in to the audio conference number provided in the meeting invitation.

Q: Can I join a Zoom meeting from a tablet or mobile device?

A: Yes, you can join a Zoom meeting from a tablet or mobile device by downloading the Zoom app from the App Store or Google Play.

Q: What is a Zoom meeting ID and how do I find it?

A: A Zoom meeting ID is a unique number that is assigned to each Zoom meeting. It can be found in the invitation or from the host of the meeting.

Q: What is a Zoom meeting password and why is it required?

A: A Zoom meeting password is an additional security measure that can be set by the host of the meeting. It is required to enter the meeting and it is designed to prevent unauthorized access.

Q: Can I join a Zoom meeting using a web browser?

A: Yes, you can join a Zoom meeting using a web browser by going to the Zoom website and entering the meeting ID and password (if required) in the “Join a Meeting” section.