How do I join a Zoom session?

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Instructors and students can activate their Zoom accounts by going to uvic.zoom.us and signing in with their Netlink ID and password. Learn more about accessing UVic Zoom.

It is important to sign into Zoom BEFORE joining any session. Sign in is required in order to:
1.       Bypass the waiting room (some instructors may not admit guests without advanced notice)
2.       Be represented in Zoom poll reports
3.       Be represented In Zoom attendance reports
4.       Be recognized for pre-assigned breakout rooms

The best way to sign into Zoom is using the desktop app

The best way to sign into Zoom is using the desktop app. Choose “Sign in with SSO”  on the right side of the screen.

How to sign in using a web browser

If you do not have access to the desktop app, you can sign in using a web browser: Go to uvic.zoom.us. Select Sign in and enter your UVic Netlink ID and password.

Web browser sign in interface

 

How to sign in using the mobile app

You can sign into Zoom through the mobile app. Please note not all features will be available to you.

Choose “SSO”  on the bottom of the screen.

sign into mobile zoom

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September 9, 2020

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