Zoom: Getting Started

Zoom is a web-based video conferencing tool with a local, desktop client and a mobile app that allows users to meet online, with or without video.

How to get a Zoom license

GSE faculty, staff, and students are eligible for university-wide Zoom accounts.

Search Zoom's Support Site

Zoom's online documentation is excellent and we recommend searching it if you don't find what you need here.

What You Need to Know

Create Your Account.
Update Your Zoom Client: Notifications about Zoom updates are frequent. Please download the latest version when prompted.
Getting Started: If you are new to Zoom, start here.
Canvas Integration: Learn more about the Penn Canvas Zoom Integration via the InfoCanvas site.

Common Questions from the GSE Community

Zoom Privacy & Security Considerations
From Penn's Office of Information Security
Managing Breakout Rooms
Note:Pre-assigning participants to breakout rooms will be possible when all users have Penn Zoom licenses.
Webinars vs. Meeting Functionality
We are licensed for Zoom Meetings. For an additional fee, webinar functionality can be added to existing accounts.
Roles within Meetings
In particular, what is the difference between a Co-host and an Alternative host?
Can someone help me test Zoom? (Yes!)
If you want to learn about the features with someone from our team, schedule a live Zoom test.