How to Create a Zoom Account

Zoom is an efficient and effective software that allows you to make video calls, schedule video conferences and start meetings. This service is becoming increasingly popular as it is both free and easy to use! All you need to do to get started is sign up for an account. Here's how!

[Edit]Steps

  1. Head to Zoom's sign up page on your preferred browser. You can do this by clicking the link provided or inserting it into your URL bar.
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  2. Enter your date of birth. You will need to select the month, day and year you were born in using the drop-down menu provided on the page.
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    • It's recommended that you enter your actual birthday, but if you’re uncomfortable with doing that for privacy reasons, you can come up with a birthday similar to your real one.
    • Keep in mind that you need to be at least 13 years old to sign up for a Zoom account. This rule helps to protect young children online. It is put in place because young children may not be mature enough to use a service that allows online interaction will others.
  3. Enter your email address. This is the email address that will be used to sign in later.
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    • Ensure you use a legitimate email address, otherwise you will not be able to complete the sign up process.
    • It may be helpful to double check that you've entered the right email address before continuing.
  4. Click . Zoom will send a confirmation link to that email address. Check your email to find it.
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    • If you're having trouble finding the confirmation email, check your spam folder.
    • If you still haven't received an email from Zoom, click to try again.
  5. Click . The link can be found in the email that was sent to the email address you provided earlier. It will take you to their website so that you can complete the sign up process.
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  6. Indicate whether or not you are signing up on behalf of a school. There are two options - or .
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    • If you are using Zoom for educational purposes (e.g. to engage in online classes), click .
    • If you are using Zoom for personal reasons (e.g. to video call friends), click .
  7. Fill out your name and password. This password will be used to sign in later, so be sure to remember it. You may like to write it down somewhere if you tend to forget things easily. Also ensure that you create a strong password so others can't hack into your account. Your password must:
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    • Have at least 8 characters
    • Have at least 1 letter (a, b, c...)
    • Have at least 1 number (1, 2, 3...)
    • Include both upper case and lower case characters
  8. Click . This will complete your sign up, and your account is now ready to use. You will now have access to free video conferencing.
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  9. Invite your colleagues. This is an optional step. If you would like to skip it, click . If not, enter the email addresses of those you would like to invite to Zoom.
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    • If you are using Zoom for work or school, this may be helpful if your colleagues/peers don't already have an account.

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[Edit]Tips

  • If you're having trouble getting a confirmation email from Zoom, check your spam folder or resend another email.
  • Ensure you create a secure password. This is make it difficult for someone else to log into your account and access your personal information.
  • Invite your colleagues if you plan on using Zoom for work or school. This way, you can easily collaborate over a video conference.

[Edit]Warnings

  • Avoid using Zoom if you are under 13 years old. Not only is this against the law (COPPA), but it can also be unsafe and pose risks.

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