For those unfamiliar with Zoom Technology, it is simple to use - whether you want to just sign up for your own Zoom account (free) or you have been invited to a Zoom meeting.   

Before joining a Zoom meeting on a computer or mobile device, you can download the Zoom app from Zoom’s Download Center.  Otherwise, you will be prompted to download and install Zoom when you click a meeting link.

You can also join a test meeting  to familiarize yourself with Zoom.  A couple of points to call out:

Each meeting has a unique 9, 10, or 11-digit number called a meeting ID that will be required to join a Zoom meeting

If you are joining via telephone, you will need the teleconferencing number provided in the invite.

You have option of audio or audio + video.  If opting to share your video, select the Video icon to turn on. You can also join using your computer’s audio without video.

Creating your own account

To sign up for your own free account, visit zoom.us/signup and enter your email address. You will receive an email from Zoom (no-reply@zoom.us). In this email, click Activate Account.

Signing into your Zoom account on the web

You can login to your Zoom account on the web at any time, at zoom.us/signin.  Once you're logged in, use the panel on the left side to navigate the Zoom web portal.  You can update your profile, schedule a meeting, edit your settings, and more.