Zoom offers video conferencing, screen sharing, chat, and online meetings across many platforms including Windows, macOS, Chrome OS, and mobile devices. Zoom does not require an account to join a conference, and a free basic account includes the ability to host unlimited one-on-one meetings, and unlimited group meetings (three or more attendees) for up to 40 minutes each.

If you have the need to host a meeting with a group for longer than 40 minutes, please email support@beloit.edu to request a pro account license.

For information on getting started with Zoom, joining or hosting a meeting, and navigating the Zoom app, please view the Getting Started article at Zoom’s support website, or watch the Getting Started Videos.

For a quick introduction, check out this cheat sheet!

You can also view a list of Frequently Asked Questions for answers to some of the most common questions or issues you may experience.

To join a Zoom meeting, simply visit https://zoom.us/join and enter the Meeting ID or Personal Link Name that you would like to connect to. Your web browser will automatically prompt you to install the Zoom browser extension; click Allow when asked to authorize the extension to use your computer’s webcam or microphone.

To host a Zoom meeting, you will need to download and install the Zoom desktop application.

On a Mac

If using a college-owned Mac, install Zoom from the LITS Self Service app.

1. Open the LITS Self Service app

2. Click on the Utilities section on the left

3. Click Install under Zoom and wait for the app to finish installing. It will automatically launch when finished

If you are not using a college-owned Mac, you can find the Zoom app on the App Store or:

1. Browse to https://zoom.us/support/download

2. Wait for the software to automatically download or click the “Restart the download” link on that page

3. Open the downloaded Zoom.pkg file and follow the prompts to install the application

On a Windows PC

1. Browse to https://zoom.us/support/download

2. Wait for the software to automatically download or click the “Restart the download” link on that page

3. Open the downloaded ZoomInstaller.exe file and follow the prompts to install the application

Please take a look at the common technical issues on the Zoom website, and look through their troubleshooting guide for help with common issues.

If additional support is needed, please contact LITS support at support@beloit.edu.