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zoom does not connect to internet in Mac

  • August 16, 2021
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I have  installed zoom app in Mac but it seems not let me login using my id. Every time it says that unable to connect to internet. 

    Best answer by CarlaA

    Hi everyone!

     

    On behalf of the Zoom Community team, we wanted to thank you all for the helpful contributions made on this topic.

     

    Because of the insightful feedback shared here on this community post, we created a new support article outlining how to troubleshoot the Zoom error on macOS: You cannot connect to Zoom.

     

    We encourage you to visit and review this article to help you troubleshoot: Zoom error on macOS: You are unable to connect to Zoom.

     

    Thank you!

    Moderator

    Zoom Community Team

    10 replies

    Nafi
    Community Champion | Partner
    Community Champion | Partner
    August 16, 2021

    Hi Poonam, 

    Maybe u need to check your internet connection first, you always can test zoom meeting apps using this links : https://zoom.us/test

     

    Hope it helps.

    PoonamAuthor
    Newcomer
    August 16, 2021

    I have a very healthy internet ( I am able to post the queries). Is there any settings that should be enabled?

    Nafi
    Community Champion | Partner
    Community Champion | Partner
    August 16, 2021

    If your app stays in a "connecting" mode or has timed out due to "Network error, please try again" or "Can't connect to our service, please check your network connection and try again" issues, it could be related to your network connection, network firewall settings, or web security gateway settings.

    Note: Check your network connection by opening a browser and ensure that you can access https://zoom.us

     

    https://support.zoom.us/hc/en-us/articles/201362683-Network-firewall-or-proxy-server-settings-for-Zoom

     

    Hope it helps! please like and mark this as solution so whenever someone has the same question this content will help.

    Newcomer
    August 18, 2021

    Same issue here.

    I'm on a Mac (Big Sur v11.5.1) and using the zoom client (v 5.7.5 (1123)).

    Here are the things I've tried:

    • I've uninstalled and reinstalled zoom
    • I've rebooted between all tests
    • Turned off the local firewall
    • Tried being connected to a VPN
    • I'm on the same wifi as many others and none of them have this issue
    • I can join meetings by going to the zoom.us website
    • Install for all users and only for me
    Newcomer
    August 22, 2021

    I had the exact issue. I originally installed it on my mac for one user (administrator), but zoom would not let me login (network error b.s., my internet was fine). Then I uninstalled and selected install for all users. Now I can login with no network error. Maybe give that a try.

    Newcomer
    August 22, 2021

    Still doesn't work 😞

    Newcomer
    August 24, 2021

    Hi Poonam - I'm facing the same problem and tried all things that you mentioned, still unable to connect. Let me know if you were able to find a solution. Thanks

    Newcomer
    September 9, 2021

    If you have a Mac - I had this issue for ages and was unable to resolve it. I finally did a little more looking, and found this StackExchange post that suggested uninstalling Zoom by using their uninstall file instead of putting the Application in the trash.

     

    https://superuser.com/questions/1671647/zoom-on-macos-catalina-hangs-on-connecting-gets-error-unable...

     

    I did this by going to Applications -> right clicking on zoom.us -> Show package contents -> open Contents -> open Frameworks -> use the ZoomUninstaller file.

     

    After this, I reinstalled and it successfully worked.

    FYI @Poonam @SBZ @Gunni @earthclod in case any of you are still hitting this issue.

    Newcomer
    September 9, 2021

    This solved the issue for me!! Thanks

    Newcomer
    October 2, 2021

    I had the same problem for a week, and the only thing that worked was to uninstall the application with the ZoomUninstaller file ! Thank you so much ! 

    ThivishanR
    Newcomer
    Newcomer
    October 15, 2021

    Uninstall the zoom app 

    Again Download the updates zoom App

    Link- https://zoom.us/download

    CarlaA
    Community Manager
    CarlaAAnswer
    Community Manager
    June 2, 2022

    Hi everyone!

     

    On behalf of the Zoom Community team, we wanted to thank you all for the helpful contributions made on this topic.

     

    Because of the insightful feedback shared here on this community post, we created a new support article outlining how to troubleshoot the Zoom error on macOS: You cannot connect to Zoom.

     

    We encourage you to visit and review this article to help you troubleshoot: Zoom error on macOS: You are unable to connect to Zoom.

     

    Thank you!

    Moderator

    Zoom Community Team

    Newcomer
    March 2, 2023

    Hi there - I've tried this solution repeatedly with no success. Tried uninstalling from package contents as described, rebooting, clearing DNS cache, restarting internet connection, then reinstalling, and I'm still getting the same message. Any additional solution would be welcome!

    CarlaA
    Community Manager
    Community Manager
    March 3, 2023

    Hi @Crandall , I just had this happen to me as well and this is how I solved it. Please keep in mind that rebooting your device is essential in this process.

     

    Uninstall the zoom desktop application:

    1. Open the Zoom desktop application.
    2. Select zoom.us at the top of your screen and select Uninstall Zoom.
    3. Select OK to confirm uninstalling the Zoom desktop application and all of its components.
    4. Once done, kindly restart your mac.

     
    After doing so we will need to re-install the zoom application.
    1. Navigate to Zoom’s Download Center and select Download for Zoom Desktop Client.
    2 .Run the downloaded installer file and follow the instructions to install.
    3. Retest and observe if the pop-up message will no longer appear. 

    Newcomer
    March 2, 2023
    I ended up clearing my cache... it has somethung  in there that caused it not to use the update.. I think. I have to use chrome because of where I work. But safari didn't work either . So I cleared both cache and it has been functioning properly
    Newcomer
    June 16, 2023

    It did not work for me. Can someone suggest the right way to fix the issue

    Newcomer
    May 31, 2025

    I have been unable to use the Zoom client on my MacBook Pro since the May update. 

     

    Zoom seems to install without any problems. When I launch the client and log in I get the message Zoom is unable to connect.

     

    I have repeatedly tried to uninstall the app using the method described here (using the Zoom Uninstall app)

    My network connection is fine. I can use Zoom on my Apple iPad.

    I have cleared the caches, tried on different browsers, talked to a support person who said it was my wifi card (nope)

    Just tried to install the latest Zoom version. Doesn't work.

     

    Google Meet is looking better and better every day I'm unable to run Zoom.