To download Zoom on Windows, go directly to the official Zoom Download Center and click the Download button for the Zoom Workplace desktop app. This is the only secure way to get the installer and ensure your system is protected.
How to download Zoom on Windows: A direct, two-step introduction
Downloading Zoom on a Windows PC takes just two steps. First, visit the Zoom Download Center. Second, click the Download button under "Zoom Workplace for Windows." The installer will save to your computer, and you can run it to complete the setup.
Step 1: Get the installer from the Zoom Download Center
Open your web browser and go to the Zoom Download Center. On that page, you will see options for different versions of Zoom. Under "Zoom Workplace for Windows," you can choose the 32-bit, 64-bit, or ARM64 version depending on your system. Click the Download button next to the correct version. The Zoom installer, named ZoomInstaller.exe, will automatically begin downloading. If the download does not start automatically, you can double-click the Zoom installer file to begin the desktop app installation.
Step 2: Install Zoom on your PC
- Locate the
ZoomInstaller.exefile in your downloads folder. - Double-click the installer file to run it.
- If prompted, grant system permissions for the installer to make changes to your device.
- Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the installation process.
After the installation finishes, a Zoom icon will appear on your desktop. Your device must meet the system requirements for the operating system to run Zoom smoothly.
Start using Zoom
To launch the app, double-click the Zoom desktop icon. You can then sign in or create an account. If you are joining a meeting for the first time, Zoom will begin to download automatically when you start or join your first Zoom meeting if it is not already installed. This makes it easy to connect without a separate download step. Once installed, you can also use the app to host a zoom meeting by scheduling or starting a meeting from the main interface.
