Quick answer
Zoom Workplace is Zoom's app for video meetings, chat, phone calls, whiteboards and docs on Android. Google Play lists the Zoom APK version as "Varies with device", updated October 31, 2026, and it needs Android 9 or newer. It's free to use with limits, and paid plans are sold as in-app purchases.
| App name | Zoom Workplace |
|---|---|
| Developer | zoom.com |
| Latest version | Varies with device |
| Updated | Oct 31, 2026 |
| Requires Android | 9 and up |
| Package name | us.zoom.videomeetings |
| Category | Productivity |
| Price | Free |
| Contains ads | No |
| In-app purchases | Yes |
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What is Zoom Workplace?
Zoom Workplace is Zoom's all-in-one communication app. It's best known for video meetings, from one-to-one calls to large webinars, but it also includes team chat, phone calls on paid plans, whiteboards, docs, mail and calendar. Zoom's AI Companion, included with paid plans, can summarise meetings and help with follow-ups.
Zoom launched its Android app in 2013, and it has passed 1 billion downloads on Google Play. It's published by zoom.com, and it's one of the productivity apps we list.
What's new in the latest Zoom update
Google Play lists the Zoom APK version as "Varies with device", updated on October 31, 2026. Zoom's release notes on Play mention bug fixes and improvements. Zoom updates frequently, and some hosts or organisations require a minimum app version to join meetings, so keep it updated.
Key features
Video meetings
Join or host meetings with video and audio, chat, reactions, breakout rooms and virtual backgrounds. Large gallery views show many participants at once.
Screen sharing
Share your screen, photos, documents or a whiteboard from your phone.
Team chat
Message colleagues one-to-one or in channels, share files and start meetings from chat.
Whiteboards and docs
Collaborate on digital whiteboards and documents during or outside meetings.
Calendar and scheduling
Connect your calendar to see and join upcoming meetings in one tap.
AI Companion
On paid plans, AI Companion can summarise meetings, answer questions about what was discussed and draft messages.
Tips for better Zoom calls
- Test before important meetings. Use Zoom's test meeting to check your camera and microphone.
- Mute when you're not speaking. It cuts background noise for everyone.
- Use Wi-Fi. Video uses a lot of mobile data; turn off video if your connection is weak.
- Turn on original sound or noise suppression depending on whether you're playing music or just talking.
- Keep the app updated. Some meetings require the latest version.
How to install Zoom APK on Android
Install Zoom from Google Play.
- Check that your phone runs Android 9 or newer.
- Open Google Play, search for Zoom, and check the developer is zoom.com.
- Tap Install and open the app.
- Join a meeting with a link or meeting ID, or sign in to host meetings.
Zoom also offers downloads from zoom.com, but on Android, Google Play is the recommended and safest way to install and update it.
Is Zoom APK safe?
The official Zoom Workplace app is safe to install from Google Play. It's published by zoom.com, rated Everyone, has no ads, and offers in-app purchases for paid plans.
- Meeting security. When hosting, use passcodes and waiting rooms, and don't share meeting links publicly, to avoid uninvited guests.
- Phishing. Fake meeting invites and "Zoom update" emails can lead to malware or fake login pages. Join meetings only from trusted invites, and update Zoom through Google Play.
- Permissions. Allow camera, microphone and screen recording only when you need them.
Hosting your first meeting
To host, sign in and tap New Meeting, or schedule one with a date and time so you can send the link in advance. For safety, keep the waiting room and passcode turned on, and admit people you recognise. As host, you can mute participants, turn off their video, remove someone, lock the meeting once everyone has arrived, and stop screen sharing by others. On the free Basic plan, group meetings have a time limit, so schedule a new link if you need longer. Recording to the cloud requires a paid plan, while local recording isn't available on phones, so check what you need before an important call.
Saving data and battery
Video calls use a lot of data. In meeting settings, turn off HD video and, if your connection is weak, switch your camera off and use audio only. Turning off other participants' video in gallery view also helps on slow connections. Calls can drain the battery quickly, so plug in for long meetings and close other apps running in the background.
Zoom vs alternatives
- WhatsApp is simpler for quick video calls with friends and family.
- Google Gemini can help prepare for meetings, but it isn't a meeting app; Google Meet is Google's meeting tool.
- Messenger handles group video calls with Facebook friends.
For work, school and anything with lots of participants, Zoom is still the standard. Install it before your next meeting, test your audio, and you'll be ready on time.
Version history
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Frequently asked questions
How do I install Zoom on Android?
Open Google Play, search for Zoom and check the developer is zoom.com before tapping Install. It needs Android 9 or newer. It's free to install, and Play keeps it updated automatically. Avoid copies from other sites: they aren't from zoom.com and may be altered, so the safest way to use Zoom is the official listing.
Is Zoom free?
Yes. You can join meetings for free without paying, and a free Basic account lets you host meetings with time limits on group meetings. Paid plans remove those limits and add features. Google Play lists in-app purchases from $10.00 to $169.99 per item.
Do I need an account to join a Zoom meeting?
Usually not. You can join with the meeting link or ID and passcode. Some hosts require participants to sign in, for example for work or school meetings.
Why is the Zoom app called Zoom Workplace?
Zoom renamed its main app Zoom Workplace in 2024 to reflect that it includes more than meetings: team chat, phone, whiteboards, docs, mail and calendar, with an AI Companion on paid plans.
Can I share my screen from Android in Zoom?
Yes. During a meeting, tap Share and choose Screen to share your phone's screen, or share photos, documents and a whiteboard. Android will ask for permission to record or cast your screen.
