This tutorial will guide you through updating Zoom on both Windows and Mac computers. We will cover manual updates, the option to automate the update process, and troubleshooting steps if you can’t install updates normally.
How to Perform a Manual Update of the Zoom Desktop Client
You can check for new updates within the Zoom desktop client anytime on a Windows or Mac computer. The process is the same on both platforms. Here’s how: Alternatively, you can check for Zoom updates without logging into your Zoom account. In Windows, launch Zoom, right-click the Zoom status icon on the system tray, and select Check for Updates. On a Mac, open Zoom and select Zoom.us > Check for Updates on the menu bar.
How to Auto-Install Zoom Desktop Client Updates
Remembering to keep your Zoom desktop client up to date can be a chore, but with auto-updates, you won’t have to worry about checking for updates manually (although it is good practice to do that once every while).
To activate auto-updates in the Zoom app for Windows and macOS:
Note: It is possible for automatic Zoom updates to fail at times. To ensure you use the most recent application version, periodically initiate a manual scan for updates.
How to Uninstall and Reinstall the Latest Zoom Version
Does Zoom hang, crash, or freeze at startup? If so, you won’t be able to update the app as usual. The solution is to uninstall Zoom and use the most recent version of the Zoom installer to reinstall the application.
Uninstall Zoom on Windows
Alternatively, download and run the CleanZoom utility to automatically remove all traces of the Zoom application.
Uninstall Zoom on macOS
Additionally, you can delete Zoom leftovers before you reinstall the app. Right-click the Finder icon on the Dock and select Go to Folder. Then, visit the directories below and remove the following items:
~/.zoomus/: Delete the ZoomOpener file. /System/Library/Extensions/: Delete the ZoomAudioDevice.kext file. ~/Library/Application Support/: Delete the zoom.us folder.
Reinstall Zoom on Windows and macOS
How to Update Zoom Mobile App on Android and iPhone
Like on desktops, updating Zoom on your mobile device is essential for accessing new features, fixing bugs, and enhancing security. To do that: You can also keep Zoom and other apps up-to-date by enabling automatic updates on Android, iOS, and iPadOS.
Always Use the Latest Version of Zoom
Whether you’re using Zoom on Windows, macOS, Android, or iOS, updating the app ensures you have the best possible experience while communicating with colleagues, friends, and family. If you also use the browser-based version of Zoom, make sure to update your web browser for optimal web app performance and security.
