How to Join a Zoom Meeting or Webinar by Phone

Joining a Zoom meeting or webinar by phone is a convenient option for those who do not have access to a computer or prefer to use their phone for audio only. With the ability to dial in and participate in a meeting or webinar, you can stay connected with colleagues, clients, or friends without any technical issues.

To join a scheduled meeting or webinar by phone, you will need to follow these steps:

First, ensure that your host's account allows participants to join webinars by telephone. This setting can be found under the 'Schedule Webinar' settings in the Zoom web portal. Alternatively, check with your host to confirm their account settings.

Once confirmed, simply dial one of the provided phone numbers during the scheduled meeting or webinar time. You will need to enter the meeting password using your dial pad to gain access to the meeting.

For meetings and webinars that allow attendees to join by telephone, you can use the following steps:

1. Log in to your Zoom account and navigate to the 'Schedule Meeting' page.

2. Under the 'Audio' settings, select 'Allow webinar attendees to dial in through above numbers'.

3. Enter the phone numbers provided for the meeting or webinar.

4. Confirm the settings and schedule the meeting.

For hosts who want to allow participants to join by telephone, there are a few considerations to keep in mind:

* Ensure that your host account is Pro or above, as this allows you to subscribe to the Audio Plan add-on for toll-free phone numbers.

* Set up the 'Audio' setting under the 'Schedule Meeting' page to allow attendees to dial in.

* Confirm with your participants that they have the correct phone number and meeting password.

In addition to joining a scheduled meeting or webinar by phone, you can also use the 'Call Me' feature. This option allows Zoom to call you at a designated phone number during the meeting or webinar time. Simply enter your phone number in the 'Call Me' field when prompted, and wait for the call.

It's worth noting that there are some limitations to joining a Zoom meeting or webinar by phone. For instance:

* You cannot connect to a network for video and VoIP (computer audio) if you choose to join by phone.

* If you do not have an iOS or Android smartphone, you will need to use your landline or other phone to dial in.

* Without a microphone or speaker on your computer, you may encounter issues with audio quality.

Despite these limitations, joining a Zoom meeting or webinar by phone is a convenient and easy way to participate in virtual meetings. With the ability to dial in and stay connected without any technical issues, you can focus on what matters most – engaging with others and achieving your goals.

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