How to Change the Zoom Name While in a Meeting
- George Apostolov
How to Change the Zoom Name While in a Meeting: step-by-step guide
On Zoom's main dashboard, click 'New Meeting'.
After that, go to the bottom-left corner and right-click on your current 'Profile' name. Select 'Rename' from the list of options.
Enter the new Zoom name into the provided input field.
Once done, click 'Rename' to apply the recent changes.
After completing these steps, your Zoom name will be changed instantly while the meeting is ongoing.
Quick answer: To change your Zoom name during a meeting in the Zoom app, click New Meeting on the dashboard, right-click your Profile name in the bottom-left corner, and select Rename. Enter your new name in the input field and click Rename to apply the changes instantly.
About this Zoom tutorial
Update your display name during an active Zoom meeting by accessing the profile settings, entering a new name, and saving the changes. This guide shows how to change the Zoom Name While in a Meeting in 5 steps, starting with "On Zoom's main dashboard, click 'New Meeting'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, your Zoom name will be changed instantly while the meetin...". The interactive demo above is a click-through copy of the real Zoom interface, so you can rehearse each step before doing it in your own account.
Frequently asked questions
How many steps does it take to change the Zoom Name While in a Meeting?
5 steps. Each one is listed in order above, and the demo highlights exactly where to click.
Can I try it without changing my own account?
Yes. Clicking through the demo doesn't touch your Zoom data or settings. Once you know the flow, repeat it in your own workspace.
This tutorial is filed under Zoom. Related guides: How to Change the Zoom Password, How to Change the Zoom Profile Picture and How to Check the Zoom Meeting History. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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