How to Rename yourself on Zoom before Joining a Meeting

For security purposes, we need everyone to have their first and last name visible in the waiting room if possible. Here are instructions for how to rename yourself so you don’t show up as “iPad” or some other name in the waiting room. These instructions go through how to change your profile name on either a computer or a smart device like an iPhone or iPad.

Link to the original source. Written and created by Mehvish from GuidingTech.com with modifications by Emma Gobler.

HOW TO CHANGE PROFILE NAME IN ZOOM ON COMPUTER

Step 1: Launch the Zoom app on your computer.

Step 2: Click on the profile picture icon at the top. Select My profile from the menu. A web page will open, and it will take you to the Zoom account settings. Log in with your Zoom account details.

TIP: If you don’t see My profile go to Settings > Profile > Edit profile.

Step 3: Under the Personal section from the left sidebar in Zoom account settings, go to Profile. Click on the Edit button next to your name and enter a new name. Save changes using the Save button.

HOW TO CHANGE NAME IN ZOOM ON ANDROID, IPHONE, AND IPAD

Step 1: Launch the Zoom app. Tap on Settings at the bottom. Tap on your name at the top.

Step 2: Tap on Display Name and change the name on the next screen.

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