Please Wait for the Host to Start This Meeting

Problem

When attempting to join a Zoom meeting, participants may encounter the Please wait for the host to start this meeting alert.

Screenshot of Please Wait for the Host to Start This Meeting error

Cause

The host has not yet joined and started the Zoom meeting.

Solution

The host must join and start the meeting. If you are waiting past the time the host noted for the meeting, you may wish to contact the host to verify that the meeting has not been canceled.

* You may encounter a similar Zoom window if you remain in the Zoom Waiting Room and have not yet been admitted by the host.

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Details

Article ID: 51885
Created
Thu 4/12/18 9:18 AM
Modified
Thu 7/7/22 8:24 AM