Explain how to register for Zoom! How to use without an account

In this article, for those who are using Zoom for the first time, we will explain whether you need to register an account and how to use it for free.

Zoom can be used without registering an account

There may be some people who want to use Zoom, but think, “Registering an account seems like a hassle…” or “If possible, I’d like to use it without registering.”

In conclusion, Zoom can be used without registering an account .

However, if you do not register, the functions are limited, so you may need an account depending on how you use it .

We will explain the cases where Zoom account registration is unnecessary and the cases where it is necessary.

Participants do not need to register

Zoom allows you to attend meetings as a participant without creating an account .

All you need is the invitation URL sent by the meeting waiting room , the screen will change to the following screen. Please wait until the host or the meeting ID and passcode. If you don’t have an account, you can still receive invitations by email.

When you start using Zoom for the first time, you don’t have to rush to create an account if you’re the one being invited to the meeting. It is not too late to consider creating it after you need it.

Account required to host meetings

To host a meeting on Zoom , creating an account is mandatory.

If you want to host your own meetings instead of being invited to them, sign up for an account.
If the meeting ends within 40 minutes, a free account is fine.

If you have a Zoom meeting with people who don’t have an account, you can’t start the meeting without a host, so one person will have to create an account.

Zoom free account registration procedure

I will explain how to register for a free account on Zoom.

What you need to create an account

All you need to create a free account on Zoom are:

• valid email address
• Device to use Zoom (computer or smartphone)
• Network connection environment

Let’s start registering an account now.

Procedure for registering on a PC

On your computer, access Zoom from your web browser and create an account.

1. Go to the Zoom web portal (https://zoom.us/).
2. Click “Sign up is free”.
3. Enter your date of birth.
4. Enter your email address. The address you enter here will be used to sign in to your Zoom account.
5. Click the link in the confirmation email sent to your registered email address to authenticate.
6. If you get the message ‘Are you signing up on behalf of your school?’, select ‘No’ if not applicable.
7. Enter your name and password.
8. You can invite friends from “Let’s increase friends”. If not required, click “Skip step”.

Registration is complete.

Procedure for registering with a smartphone

To use Zoom on your smartphone, you need the Zoom app.

Search for “Zoom” from the AppStore for iPhone or Google Play for Android and install the app.

1. Launch the Zoom app.
2. Tap “Sign up”.
3. Enter your email address and name and tap “Sign up”.
4. Click the link in the confirmation email sent to your registered email address to authenticate.
5. Set your password.
6. If you see “Educator Options”, uncheck it if you don’t need it.
7. A screen for inviting friends will appear. Skip if not needed.

that’s all.

Troubleshooting for account registration

How to deal with troubles such as “cannot register” or “cannot authenticate” when creating a Zoom account, and answers to frequently asked questions.

Please note that Zoom’s terms and policies may be revised, so please check the latest information.

Is there an age limit for registering a Zoom account?

Users under the age of 16 cannot register for an account, as Zoom’s terms of service prohibit use by those under the age of 16 .

6. Eligibility

You represent that you are at least 16 years of age and have the ability and legal capacity to enter into the terms, conditions, obligations, claims, representations and warranties set forth in this Agreement, and your ability and legal capacity to abide by and comply with this Agreement. Make sure you are fully qualified.

If we determine that you are under the age of 16 or are otherwise ineligible, your access may be terminated without notice. ”

Source: Zoom Service Terms (https://explore.zoom.us/ja/terms/) (November 10, 2021)

Is real name registration required?

Zoom does not specify a registered name, so there is no problem even if you do not register with your real name .

You can set your display name before joining a meeting.
If you have registered your account with your real name but do not want to show your real name on the Internet, you can change the display name.

I didn’t receive the verification email

If you do not receive the verification email when creating your Zoom account, first check to see if it has been sorted into your spam folder.

If it is not in spam either, go back to the account creation screen and check if the email address you entered is correct.

If the email address is correct, click “Resend another email” to try sending the verification email again.

Please note that there may be a slight delay in receiving the e-mail, so if you do not receive it immediately, please wait for a while.

If you cannot register a password, check the following two points.

Does it meet Zoom’s password policy?

A Zoom password cannot be registered unless the following conditions are met.

• 8 characters or more
• Contain at least one uppercase letter, one lowercase letter, and one number

Check if the password you set meets the conditions.

Does it match the password confirmation field?

The contents entered in the “Password” and “Confirm Password” fields must match.

If you cannot register the password, delete it and try again.

can’t sign in

If you are unable to sign in to Zoom even after completing your account registration, the possible causes are as follows.

wrong email address

Check that the email address you entered on the sign-in screen is correct and that there are no typos.

wrong password

Since the password input field is displayed with ●, even if there is an input error, it may not be noticed.

Passwords are case-sensitive, so if CapsLock is on, the case may be reversed.

I forgot the password

If you forget your password, click “Forgot your password?” on the sign-in screen.

Please send an email to the registered email address to reset your password.

Paid account recommended for business use

Zoom allows you to join meetings without registering an account, and you can host meetings with a free account.

However, when hosting a meeting with 3 or more people with a free account, there is a limit of 40 minutes for one meeting .

I would like to avoid having an important meeting with a business partner cut off in the middle.

If you use Zoom for business, we recommend a paid plan with unlimited group meetings.

With a paid plan, it is also possible to store recorded meeting data in the cloud, making it easy to share internally and externally.

summary

• Zoom can join meetings without registering an account
• Hosting a meeting requires an account
• Accounts can be easily created with an email address
• Even free accounts can host group meetings up to 40 minutes.
• Paid account has unlimited group meetings and cloud recording, perfect for business

Zoom can easily register an account if you have an email address.

Try it out with a free account first and consider updating your plan if needed.