How to Find the Host Key in Zoom Login to zoom. Make sure the "Allow Zoom to start meeting with Host Key" setting is turned on by going to settings. It should be enabled and locked. Select Profile Find the host key and note it down, or if you prefer, change it by clicking Edit. After the Meeting is scheduled, share the host key with the person who needs to obtain the host role for your meeting.Note: Make sure not to enable the "Waiting Room" option while creating the meeting. It is strongly recommended that the host key be changed frequently. to avert unforeseen events. Also, make sure to enable "Join Before Host Setting" to use this feature on the meetings created under your account.