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How to Permanently Change Your Display Name in Zoom
Overview
Description: This article covers how to permanently change your display name in Zoom so that it appears correctly in all future meetings, webinars, and on your profile.
Estimated Time of Completion (ETOC): 10 minutes
Instructions
Step 1: Sign in to Zoom
- Open a web browser and go to https://www.zoom.us/
- Click Sign In in the top-right corner.
- Log in using your Zoom credentials.
Step 2: Access Your Profile Settings
- Once signed in, click My Account in the top-right corner.
- This will take you to your Profile page.
Step 3: Edit Your Display Name
- On the Profile page, locate your current Display Name.
- Click the Edit button (usually to the right of your name).
- In the Display Name field, enter your preferred name.
- Click Save Changes.
Once saved, this new name will appear as your default in all meetings and webinars you join using this Zoom account.
Troubleshooting
- Ensure you are logged in to the correct Zoom account before trying to update your name.
- If your name reverts during meetings, it may be due to host restrictions or a Zoom Room setting—you can only change your name if the host allows it during that meeting.
- Clear your browser cache and try again if changes are not saving.
- Use the recommended browsers: Chrome or Firefox (latest versions).