How to Disable the Waiting Room in Zoom
- George Apostolov
How to Disable the Waiting Room in Zoom: step-by-step guide
Navigate to the left-side panel and click 'Settings'.
Under the Meeting tab, select 'Security'.
Find the 'Waiting Room' option from the list.
Following that, switch off the toggle button next to it.
After completing these steps, the Waiting Room on your Zoom account will be disabled instantly.
Quick answer: To disable the waiting room, navigate to Settings in the left-side panel, select Security under the Meeting tab, locate the Waiting Room option, and switch off the toggle button next to it.
About this Zoom tutorial
Turn off the waiting room in Zoom instantly by adjusting your security settings under the Meeting tab in the left-side panel. This guide shows how to disable the Waiting Room in Zoom in 5 steps, starting with "Navigate to the left-side panel and click 'Settings'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the Waiting Room on your Zoom account will be disabled in...". 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 disable the Waiting Room in Zoom?
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 Do Breakout Rooms in Zoom, How to Download the Zoom App and How to Edit the Zoom Recording. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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