How to Install Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04?
Zoom is a versatile communication platform that has a wide array of use cases catering to different needs and scenarios. It’s widely utilized for remote work meetings, allowing teams to communicate effectively without their location. Zoom adapts to various professional and personal communication requirements with interesting features such, as virtual backgrounds, recording, and screen sharing.
This tutorial will explain all possible methods for installing as well as usage of Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04 based on the supported below content:
Let’s start with the installation.
How to Install Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04?
To install Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04, users can choose several methods including CLI and GUI depending on their preferences and system configuration:
- Method 1: Using the Ubuntu Software Center
- Method 2: Using the .deb Package
- Method 3: Using Snap
- Method 4: Using Flatpak
Let’s begin with the GUI method.
Method 1: Install Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04 Using the Ubuntu Software Center
Zoom facilitates a virtual classroom environment, making online learning accessible and interactive. To install Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04 using the GUI, consider these step-by-step guides:
Step 1: Open Ubuntu Software Center
First of all, open the Ubuntu Software Center or click on “Activities”, type “Ubuntu Software” and click on the icon to:
Step 2: Search Zoom
Once the Software Center is open, use the search bar to look for “Zoom”. It sees the Zoom application in the search results. Click on it:
Step 3: Install Zoom
After selecting Zoom, users find an “Install” button on the application’s page. Click this button to start the installation process:
Step 4: Launch Zoom
After installation, users can launch Zoom from the “Activities” overview or by searching for it in the application menu or pressing the “Open” button:
The installation begins and Zoom has been successfully installed on the system.
Remove/Uninstall Zoom
To remove/uninstall Zoom on Ubuntu with the help of GUI, press the “Uninstall” button by searching and finding “Zoom” in the Ubuntu Software Center:
That is all from this section.
Method 2: Install Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04 Using the .deb Package
One common method is downloading and installing Zoom’s “.deb” package directly from the Zoom website. To install Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04 using the .deb package, follow these steps:
Step 1: Update Package List
First of all, update the system’s package list with the APT package manager:
sudo apt update
Step 2: Download the Zoom .deb Package
Next, download the Zoom .deb package from the official Zoom website or a trusted source:
Step 3: Navigate to the Directory
Once downloading is done, navigate to the directory containing the .deb file using the “cd” command.
cd Downloads
Step 4: Install Zoom
Now, install the package using the “./zoom_amd64.deb” package name. Ensure that users replace the actual file name of the downloaded package:
sudo apt install ./zoom_amd64.deb
Note: If users encounter any dependency issues, resolve them by running the “sudo apt -f install” command.
Step 5: Launch Zoom
After the installation is complete, users can launch Zoom from your applications menu or by typing “zoom” in the terminal:
zoom
Remember to always download software from official sources to avoid security risks.
Remove/Uninstall Zoom
To remove/uninstall Zoom from Ubuntu using apt, use the “autoremove” option by specifying the “zoom” package name:
sudo apt autoremove zoom
That is all from this section.
Method 3: Install Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04 Using Snap
Another popular method is to use Snap, which is a package management system that simplifies the installation process. To install Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04 using Snap, consider these steps.
Step 1: Install Snap
First, ensure that Snap is installed on the system by running the “apt” command:
sudo apt install snapd
Step 2: Install Zoom
Once Snap is installed, users can install Zoom by executing the “snap” command with the “zoom-client” package name:
sudo snap install zoom-client
It downloads and installs the Zoom client from the Snap Store.
Step 3: Launch Zoom
After the installation is complete, users can launch Zoom by searching for it in your applications menu or by running “zoom-client” from the terminal:
zoom-client
Remove/Uninstall Zoom
To remove/uninstall Zoom from Ubuntu using Snap, use the “remove” option by mentioning the “zoom-client” package name:
sudo snap remove zoom-client
That is from this section.
Method 4: Install Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04 Using Flatpak
Alternatively, users can use flatpak for installation. To install Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04 using Flatpak, follow these steps:
Step 1: Install Flatpak
First of all, make sure that Flatpak is installed on the Ubuntu system. Users can install it via the below command:
sudo apt install flatpak
Step 2: Add Flathub Repository
Next, add the Flathub repository, which is where the Zoom Flatpak is available:
sudo flatpak remote-add --if-not-exists flathub https://flathub.org/repo/flathub.flatpakrepo
Step 3: Install Zoom
Now, install Zoom by using the “flatpak” command by mentioning the “us.zoom.Zoom” application id as below:
sudo flatpak install flathub us.zoom.Zoom
Step 4: Launch Zoom
Once the installation is complete, launch Zoom using the “run” command by mentioning the “us.zoom.Zoom” application id:
flatpak run us.zoom.Zoom
Remove/Uninstall Zoom
To remove/uninstall Zoom from Ubuntu using flatpak, use the “uninstall” option by mentioning the application ID:
flatpak uninstall us.zoom.Zoom
Remember to keep your system updated and check for any dependencies that might be required for Zoom to function optimally on your Ubuntu system.
How to Use Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04?
Zoom serves as a valuable tool for remote customer support, providing businesses with a means to offer efficient assistance. To use Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04, follow the below instructions:
Login Zoom Meeting
To log in to a Zoom meeting using the Zoom Desktop Client, click on the “Sign in” button on the interface:
After that, enter the email address and password, or click either the Google, Apple, or Facebook icon:
For Mobile Users
To log in to a Zoom meeting using the Zoom Mobile App, Hit “Sign In” (located in the lower right corner of the interface) and input the email address as well as password.
Join Zoom Meetings Directly (Without an Account)
To join a Zoom meeting on Ubuntu, click on the meeting invite link and select “Join from your browser” at the bottom of the page:
Join Zoom Meetings Using Meeting ID
To join a Zoom meeting, open the Zoom application, and click on the “join a meeting” button in the Zoom application:
Then, enter the meeting ID provided by the host. Users can also join a meeting directly from an email or calendar invite:
Joining a Meeting via Web Browser
Visit the Zoom Join Meeting page or join.zoom.us. After that, enter the Meeting ID or Personal Link Name. Then click “Join” to participate in the meeting:
If you encounter any issues, Zoom’s support site offers comprehensive guides and troubleshooting tips.
Conclusion
To install Zoom on Ubuntu 24.04, go to the Zoom download page, select the “.deb” file that corresponds to the system architecture, and use the “sudo apt install ./zoom_amd64.deb” command to install it. Users can install Zoom via Snap by executing the “sudo snap install zoom-client” command. Flatpak, (another package management tool) is utilized to install Zoom on Ubuntu. It involves enabling the Flathub repository and then installing Zoom with the “flatpak install flathub us.zoom.Zoom” command.
