Zoom has become a go-to platform for virtual meetings, making it essential for users to have control over their personal information displayed during calls. Whether you need to update your name permanently or just for a single meeting, Zoom provides simple ways to do so.

How to permanently change your name on Zoom

If you wish to change your name on Zoom for all future meetings—perhaps due to a typo during sign-up or simply to reflect a new identity—you can update it through your profile settings on the desktop app or mobile app.

Step 1: Open the Zoom desktop application and click on the gear icon to access Settings.

Step 2: In the settings window, select Profile from the menu on the left side.

Step 3: Click on Edit My Profile. This action will open the Zoom web portal in your default browser.

Note: You can also directly access the Zoom web portal by visiting zoom.us and signing into your account.

Step 4: In the Zoom web portal, sign in to your account if prompted. Navigate to the Profile section if it doesn't open automatically.

Step 5: Under your profile information, click on the Edit button next to your current name.

Step 6: Enter your new First Name and Last Name in the respective fields, then click on Save Changes to update your name permanently.

Alternative method: If you primarily use Zoom on your mobile device, you can also change your name through the mobile app.

Step 1: Open the Zoom app on your smartphone and tap on the Settings icon at the bottom right corner.

Step 2: Tap on your profile information at the top of the screen.

Step 3: Select Display Name to edit your name.

Step 4: Enter your desired name and tap on Save in the top right corner to apply the changes.

How to change your name during a Zoom meeting

If you prefer to use a different name just for a specific meeting—perhaps you want to display a nickname among friends or maintain anonymity during a webinar—you can change your display name during an ongoing Zoom meeting.

Step 1: During the Zoom meeting, click on the Participants button located in the host controls at the bottom of the screen.

Step 2: In the Participants panel that opens on the right, hover over your name and click on More.

Step 3: Select Rename from the menu.

Step 4: Enter the new name you wish to display in the meeting and click OK.

Your display name will be updated for the duration of the meeting. Remember, this change is temporary and only applies to the current meeting. Your default name in other meetings will remain the same.

Note: If the meeting host has disabled the option to rename yourself, you won't be able to change your name during the meeting.

Having control over your display name on Zoom ensures that you present yourself appropriately in different settings. Whether you need a permanent update or just want to switch things up for a single meeting, Zoom makes it straightforward to manage your identity.