Differences between Host, Co-Host, Alternative Host, and Participant Roles in Zoom

Roles in Zoom

The following table compares the meeting controls available to the host, co-hosts, alternative hosts, and participants. 

Note:

• Features with an asterisk (*) can be disable by the host.
• Some features are dependent on certain prerequisites. If you do not see a feature, review the article to see if your account meets those prerequisites.

Note:

• Alternative hosts can start the meeting by using the meeting ID or meeting link the invitation email. The meeting will not display in the upcoming meetings list in the desktop client or mobile app for alternative hosts.
• Co-hosts cannot start meetings scheduled by the host. Co-hosts cannot be assigned ahead of time. The host has to promote a participant to co-host. Alternatively, the host can assign a user as an alternative host.

Article Credit:  Roles in a Meeting, Zoom