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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.

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  • Select Profile Find the host key and note it down, or if you prefer, change it by clicking Edit.

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  • After the 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.