How to Download and Install Zoom on Linux
Even Geeks need to have meetings
As remote work and online communication have become increasingly important in today’s world, Zoom has emerged as a leading platform for video conferencing. If you’re a Linux user, you might be wondering how you can download and install Zoom on your own system.
The process for setting up Zoom on Linux varies, depending on theLinux distribution you’re usingand whether you prefer to use the terminal or a GUI installer. We’ll explain how to install Zoom on various Linux platforms below.
How to Install Zoom on Ubuntu or Debian
Ubuntuand Debian-based distributions (such asLinux Mintand Pop!_OS) use theaptpackage manager to install software via the terminal. However, that doesn’t strictly matter, as the best way to install Zoom is to download it directly via the Zoom website.
We’ll explain how to do this via the GUI or terminal below.
Remember, always keep your Zoom client updated to enjoy the latest features and security enhancements.
How to Install Zoom on Fedora or Red Hat
Fedoraand related Linux distros, such as Red Hat, use therpmpackage management system to install software. Like Ubuntu and Debian, you can download the installer file from Zoom directly and install it usingdnf(a terminal application for rpm) or using a GUI application.
To download and install Zoom on Fedora or Red Hat, follow the steps below.
To uninstall Zoom from your Fedora system, follow these steps:
How to Install Zoom on Other Linux Distributions
If you use another Linux distribution (such as Arch Linux, OpenSUSE, or CentOS), you can install the operating system using methods similar to those shown above.
First, make sure to download the correct installation file for Zoom from theZoom download center page. If your distribution is supported, select the correct option for you here. If it isn’t, try to pick a distribution that’s closely related to the one you’re using.
For instance, while Linux Mint isn’t listed, it is Ubuntu based, so selectingUbuntuwould work here. Once you’ve downloaded the file, run the installer from your distro’s file manager. You can then install the software using your distro’s preferred package management system.
Once installed, launch the application and sign in—you’re ready to start using Zoom on your Linux PC at this point.
Using Zoom on Linux
By following the steps above, you’ll be able to quickly download and install Zoom on most major Linux platforms using the GUI or terminal. Remember to always keep your Zoom application updated to ensure you have access to the latest features and security patches.
Ready to start using Zoom? You canjoin a Zoom meetingat any point on Windows or macOS or by using the Zoom mobile apps for Android or iOS. Don’t forget torecord any important Zoom meetingsthat you want to refer to later.
Ben Stockton is a freelance technology writer based in the United Kingdom. In a past life, Ben was a college lecturer in the UK, training teens and adults. Since leaving the classroom, Ben has taken his teaching experience and applied it to writing tech how-to guides and tutorials, specialising in Linux, Windows, and Android. He has a degree in History and a postgraduate qualification in Computing.Read Ben’s Full Bio
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