Logging into Zoom at UAB - A Step-by-Step Guide

This scribe will provide UAB staff with clear instructions on how to log in to their Zoom account using the correct login credentials. The guide includes information on the appropriate login choices, UAB-specific login details, and troubleshooting tips to ensure a seamless virtual meeting experience for all users. For more info on Zoom at UAB, please visit https://www.uab.edu/it/home/tech-solutions/communication/video-conference https://www.uab.edu/toolkit/communications/zoom-webinar

Jon Steen
8 steps

Important! If you plan to use Zoom to discuss Protected Health Information or meet with patients, you can request a HIPAA-compliant account. HIPAA accounts have restrictions to ensure HIPAA compliance. To request a HIPAA-compliant account, contact your IT group.

Open Zoom and click the "Sign In" button

Click the SSO option (Single Sign-On) This will open your default browser and navigate you to UAB Central Authentication System

Alert! In the unlikely event that your default browser fails to open, you may encounter the following window.

Type 'uab' and click the "Continue" button

Alert! Should your default browser already have recent authentication with the UAB Central Authentication System, certain steps below may be bypassed.

Complete your preferred authentication method

Alert! Depending on your system's configuration, you may not need to complete the step outlined below.

Click the "Open zoom .us.app" button if you receive a pop-up dialogue box This will open Zoom and complete the login process.

To verify you are using your UAB-licensed account, click on your profile icon in the top right corner of Zoom

You should see your name and LICENSED. You have now successfully signed into your UAB-licensed Zoom account.