You can join a Teams meeting anytime, from any device, whether or not you have a Teams account. If you don't have an account, follow these steps to join.
If you're having trouble joining a Teams meeting, try I can't join a Teams meeting.
Note:For some meetings, admin settings preventpeople who are not signed in from joiningthe meeting.
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Go to the meeting invite and select Join the meeting now.
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That'll open a web page, where you'll see two choices: Continue on this browser and Join on the Teams app. You don't need to install the Teams app to join the meeting.
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If you join the meeting on your browser,Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome both work. Your browser may ask if it's okay for Teams to use your mic and camera. When you select Allow, you can always turn off your mic and/or video once you join the meeting.
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When you're ready, selectJoin now.
Tip:Join the meeting up to 15 minutes before the meeting start time to testyour setup, troubleshoot, or see how Teams works. Meeting organizers and participants won't be notified that you've joined the meeting until 15 minutes before the scheduled start time.
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If you enter the meeting lobby, wait for someone in the meeting to admit you.
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If no one admits you to the meeting within 30minutes, you'll be removed from the lobby. If that happens, you can try joining again.
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Once you're in the meeting, everyone will see an Unverifiedlabel with your name.
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People who are signed inwill have access to more meeting features than those who are not signed in.
Organizer's view
If you're the meeting organizer, we'll alert you when someone is waiting in the lobby.
SelectAdmit to let them right into the meeting, or View lobby to admit or deny them, as well as see a list of everyone who's waiting.
Note:Anyone whojoins the meeting and doesn't have a Teams account will be labeled Unverified.Learn more about people with guest access: Work with external guests
Even if you don't have a Teams account, you can still join a Teams meeting on the mobile app. Here's how:
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In the meeting invite, tapJoin the meeting now.
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If you don't already have the Teams mobile app, you'll be taken to your app store to download it.
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Download and open the app.
If you have an Android device, open the app right from the app store page.
If youhave an iOS device, tapthe meeting link again to open the app.
Teams will ask if it's okay to use your mic. Be sure to allow it so others in the meeting will be able to hear you.
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Next, you'll be given two options for joining your meeting: Join as a guest or Sign in and join. Choose Join as a guest.
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Type your name and tap Join meeting.
For the next step, the meeting organizer or their administrator may require you to sign in with an authorized account to join the meeting.
For example, if this is a school meeting you may need to sign in with your school account. Or if the meeting is part of a conference, you may need to use a conference-authorized account.
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Depending on how the meeting was set up, you may be able to enter the meeting now.
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If you see a screen similar to this, sign in with the mentioned account.
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You may see this screen, and should sign in an account that was authorized for the meeting
Once you're in the meeting, you canturn your video or mic on or off by tapping on the center of your screen to show the meeting controls. Tap again to hide them.
FAQs
Joining a meeting is easy in Microsoft Teams (free). You don't need an account to attend a meeting but signing up lets you review the meeting's chat history, share GIFs, and more.
How do I join a Microsoft Teams meeting for the first time? ›
All you need to join a Teams meeting is a link. Select Join the meeting now in your meeting invite to be taken to a page where you can choose to either join on the web or download the desktop app. If you already have the Teams app, the meeting will open there automatically.
Can I join a Microsoft Teams meeting with Gmail? ›
If this gmail user is join as a guest in your organization, there is no issue when join in Teams meeting. If not, this user will have no access to join Teams meeting.
How to join a meeting on Microsoft Teams with a code? ›
Use a code
- Select Teams on the left side of the app, then select Create and join teams and channels. at the top of your teams list.
- Select Join team.
- Under Join a team with a code, type or paste the code in the Enter join code box and then select Join Team.
All you need is a Microsoft account. To get a basic free version of Microsoft Teams: Make sure you have a Microsoft account. If you're using Skype, OneDrive, Outlook.com, or Xbox Live, then you already have an account, but if you don't have one, it's free to create a new Microsoft account.
Can non Microsoft users join Teams? ›
Meetings with non-Microsoft 365 organizations
Guest access in Teams must be enabled in order for guests to be able to join meetings. Your users can invite guests to their teams (which will add them to the directory), or you can add them directly in the Microsoft Entra admin center.
Do I need to download Microsoft Teams to join a meeting? ›
Go to the meeting invite and select Join the meeting now. That'll open a web page, where you'll see two choices: Continue on this browser and Join on the Teams app. You don't need to install the Teams app to join the meeting. If you join the meeting on your browser, Microsoft Edge or Google Chrome both work.
How to join a Teams meeting as a guest? ›
Open your email for the invite. Then click the link on the bottom of the email that says Join Microsoft Teams Meeting. Once you click that, you also can Accept the invite to add it to your calendar in your email. After clicking the link, you will have the choice to Download the Windows app, or join on the web instead.
What are three ways to join a meeting in Microsoft Teams? ›
You have three choices:
- Download the Windows app: Download the Teams desktop app.
- Continue on this browser: Join a Teams meeting on the web.
- Open your Teams app: If you already have the Teams app, go right to your meeting.
The Gmail User's Experience: The invited Gmail user will receive an email notification with a link to join the Microsoft Teams guest experience. They will need to create a free Microsoft account (if they don't have one already) to access the Teams channel.
When Teams meetings are scheduled, you will receive a meeting invitation in your email. 2. If you accept the meeting, it will be added to your email calendar. To accept a meeting click Accept, and then select Send the Response Now.
Can I join a Teams meeting with a different account? ›
"Sign in with a different account to join this meeting"
You might need to take extra steps to join: If you're already signed in, try joining from another work or school account. Make sure you're signed into the account the invite was originally sent to.
Can I join a Teams meeting without an account? ›
You can join a Teams meeting anytime, from any device, whether or not you have a Teams account.
How do I join a team in Microsoft Teams without a code? ›
You'll need to contact them directly to request to join. You can also join a specific team with a code. Note: If user mailboxes are located on exchange on-prem, the Join or create a team area will not populate with public or suggested teams. The Join or create a team area will only show the Join or Create options.
How do I join a Microsoft team meeting via meeting ID? ›
Join a meeting when your invitation link isn't working
- Open your Teams app.
- Select the Calendar tab.
- Select the Join with an ID button at the top of the screen.
- You'll receive a prompt to enter the following info: Meeting ID. ...
- Select Join a meeting.
- Select Join now when you're ready to enter the meeting.
Instead of joining online, you can call in to a meeting with your phone. To get the phone number, tap the meeting or meeting notice and select See details. You'll see a phone number that you can use to dial in.
Can you use Microsoft Teams for free? ›
Use Teams for free or get more with Microsoft 365
Use Teams for free by signing in with your email address or phone number.
How to create Microsoft Teams meeting link for guest? ›
You'll need their full email address to invite them.
- Create a meeting or open an existing one in your Teams Calendar.
- Enter names in the Add required attendees. field. ...
- Type the person's full email address (ex: Joe@example.com).
- Select Send or Send update. They'll receive an email with a link to the meeting.
Yes, it is possible to set up webinar in Teams without making attendees register.
