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Zoom Status Monitor
Zoom Status: Is Zoom Down Right Now?
Use this Zoom status guide to confirm outages fast, troubleshoot meeting connection or audio/video issues, and get real-time monitoring for the moment Zoom goes down.
Quick Zoom Status Checklist
- 1. Check official status updates.
- 2. Confirm with community reports.
- 3. Verify with independent monitoring.
- 4. Try a second device or network.
Check the official Zoom status page
Zoom posts incident updates, service disruptions, and maintenance schedules on its official status dashboard.
status.zoom.usLook for community reports
Crowd-sourced signals can confirm widespread meeting failures, login issues, or audio/video problems.
Downdetector reportsVerify with independent monitoring
Use API Status Check for third-party monitoring that verifies real endpoints and tracks historical incidents.
Zoom on API Status CheckCommon Zoom Issues During Outages
Meeting connection failures
Users may see 'Unable to connect' errors, infinite loading screens, or failed meeting join attempts during outages.
Audio and video not working
Participants may experience frozen video, choppy audio, echo, or complete loss of audio/video streams during service degradation.
Login and authentication errors
Sign-in failures, SSO errors, or 'Invalid credentials' messages may appear when Zoom's authentication services are down.
Screen sharing and recording failures
Screen share may freeze, recordings fail to start, or cloud recording uploads may not process during infrastructure issues.
Troubleshooting Steps Before You Assume Zoom Is Down
- 1
Check your internet connection
Test your network speed and stability. Zoom requires 3+ Mbps for HD video. Try switching from WiFi to ethernet.
- 2
Restart the Zoom app
Close Zoom completely and relaunch. On desktop, check Task Manager/Activity Monitor to ensure it fully quit.
- 3
Update to the latest version
Zoom frequently patches bugs and improves connectivity. Update via zoom.us/download or your app store.
- 4
Try the web client
If the desktop app fails, join via browser at zoom.us/wc. Web client bypasses app-specific issues.
- 5
Check firewall and proxy settings
Corporate firewalls may block Zoom ports. Verify ports 80, 443, 3478-3479, 5090-5091, and 8801-8802 are open.
Real-Time Zoom Monitoring
API Status Check tracks Zoom status with independent monitoring, uptime stats, and incident history so you can confirm outages quickly.
Independent Zoom status checks
API Status Check performs independent monitoring so you can verify Zoom status even if official updates are delayed.
Incident history and uptime data
Review recent incidents, response times, and reliability trends to understand Zoom stability.
Real-time alerts and integrations
Get notified with email alerts, RSS feeds, and webhooks when Zoom experiences a new incident.
Alternative Solutions During Zoom Outages
Use Google Meet or Microsoft Teams
During Zoom outages, switch to Google Meet or Teams as temporary alternatives for video conferencing.
Call in via phone
Every Zoom meeting has dial-in numbers. Join audio-only via phone if video/app connectivity fails.
Schedule for later
If Zoom is experiencing a major outage, postpone non-urgent meetings and wait for service restoration.
Monitor recovery via API Status Check
Set up alerts to get notified the moment Zoom recovers from an outage.
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Zoom Status FAQ
Is Zoom down right now?
Check status.zoom.us and API Status Check for independent monitoring. If both show incidents, Zoom is likely down for many users.
Why can't I join a Zoom meeting?
Connection failures can be caused by network issues, firewall blocks, or Zoom outages. Check your internet, firewall settings, and status.zoom.us.
Why is my Zoom audio/video not working?
Check device permissions in Settings > Privacy, test your mic/camera in Zoom settings, and ensure your network has sufficient bandwidth (3+ Mbps).
Is Zoom down for everyone or just me?
Check Downdetector and status.zoom.us. If others report issues in your region, it's likely a widespread outage.
Does Zoom have phone support?
Zoom support is available at support.zoom.us or via phone for paid accounts. Free users get help via help center and community forums.
How can I get Zoom outage alerts?
Subscribe to alerts on API Status Check to receive real-time notifications when Zoom has an incident.