How to Enable the Waiting Room in Zoom
- George Apostolov
How to Enable the Waiting Room in Zoom: step-by-step guide
Navigate to the left-side panel, then click 'Settings'.
Following that, select the 'Security' option under the Meeting tab.
Go over the available options and find 'Waiting Room'.
Subsequently, switch on the toggle button next to it.
After completing these steps, the Waiting Room feature on your Zoom account will be enabled instantly.
Quick answer: To enable the Waiting Room in Zoom, navigate to the left-side panel and click Settings. Next, select Security under the Meeting tab, locate the Waiting Room option, and switch on the toggle button next to it to activate the feature instantly.
About this Zoom tutorial
Turn on the Waiting Room for your Zoom account instantly by adjusting your security settings and toggling the feature on. This guide shows how to enable the Waiting Room in Zoom in 5 steps, starting with "Navigate to the left-side panel, then click 'Settings'" and finishing with "After completing these steps, the Waiting Room feature on your Zoom account will be ena...". 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 enable 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 Extend the Zoom Meeting Time, How to Find the Zoom Meeting ID and How to Find the Zoom Recordings. Last reviewed 05 Oct 2026.
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