Changing your Zoom username is a simple but important step to ensure professionalism and make a good impression in meeting invitations. By following the instructions above, you can change your name flexibly and quickly, meeting your communication needs in any situation.

Zoom has become one of the most popular online communication platforms in the world, widely used in education, work, and family connections. When participating in meetings on Zoom, your username will be displayed for identification in the participant list and on the video display screen. However, many people often have difficulty changing their username while participating in a meeting. This article will guide you through the simplest way to change your Zoom username.

Why change your username?
Clear identification: In large meetings, using your real name or a clear name helps others identify you quickly.

Respect the rules: Some meetings have a rule that participants must use their real names to maintain professionalism.

Avoid confusion: If you join with a default name or an inappropriate name, the host or other participants may be confused.

Steps to Change Your Zoom Username
1. Change Your Name in Your Zoom Account
If you're already signed in to your Zoom account, changing your username directly in your account will apply to all future meetings.

Step 1: Open your browser and sign in to Zoom.us.

Step 2: Click "Profile" in the left menu.

Step 3: Click the pencil icon (“Edit”) next to your current name.

Step 4: Enter the new name you want to use and click "Save" to save your changes.

2. Change Your Name When Joining a Meeting
When you join a meeting, you can change your name right in the Zoom software without accessing your account.

On your computer:
Step 1: Join a meeting on Zoom.

Step 2: Right-click on the video thumbnail or your current name in the participant list.

Step 3: Select "Rename."

Step 4: Enter a new name and tap "OK".

On your phone:
Step 1: Open the Zoom app and join the meeting.

Step 2: Tap "Participants" at the bottom of the screen.

Step 3: Tap your current name in the participants list.

Step 4: Tap "Rename".

Step 5: Enter a new name and tap "OK".

3. Changing Your Name When Joining as a Guest
If you join Zoom without logging in to your account, you can still change your name before joining the meeting.

Step 1: Enter the meeting ID in the join screen.

Step 2: In the “Your Name” field, enter the name you want to be displayed as.

Step 3: Tap "Join" to join the meeting with the new name.

Tips for Changing Your Zoom Username
Follow the rules: Choose a name that fits the context of the meeting, especially for serious meetings.

Save changes: If you change your name in your account, it will be maintained for all subsequent meetings.

Request permission: In some meetings, the name-changing feature may be disabled by the organizer. In this case, you may need to contact the host to request it.