Instructions to fix Zoom error reporting incorrect ID, Invalid meeting ID

Table of Contents:
I. Causes of Invalid meeting ID error on Zoom.
II. How to fix.
    1. Log out of all devices.
    2. Restart your computer, phone.
    3. Clear cache and data in Zoom on your phone.
    4. Update Zoom.
    5. Uninstall and reinstall Zoom.
    6. Contact Admin, host.
III. When does Zoom meeting ID expire?.

I - Causes of Invalid meeting ID error on Zoom

If you're sure the meeting ID is correct and the meeting is still running but you're still getting the "This meeting ID is not valid" error on Zoom , try these fixes:

- Check your network connection : Make sure you have a stable Internet connection. Try switching to another Wi-Fi or using a wired network.

- Update Zoom : Older versions of Zoom may cause errors. Please check and update the app to the latest version.

- Log out and log back in : Log out of Zoom and log back in to refresh your session.

- Use the meeting join link : Instead of entering the ID, try accessing the meeting using the invitation link provided by the organizer.

If you still get the error, contact the meeting organizer to re-verify the ID or ask them to create a new session.

II - How to fix Zoom error reporting wrong ID

1. Sign out of all devices

Step 1: Open Zoom on your computer => Click on Profile in the upper right corner of the screen => Select  My Profile.

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Step 2:  The personal profile page on Zoom will open => Scroll down to the bottom of the page and select Sign out of all devices.

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Step 3:  Open Zoom, log back into your account => Enter meeting ID => Check for invalid ID errors

If Zoom reports an incorrect password, you can refer to Taimienphi.vn 's previous article to quickly fix it. This will help you log in and use Zoom to study and meet without interruption.

2. Restart your computer or phone

This may seem like a simple solution, but it can fix many software problems. The problem may be caused by a software conflict, so try restarting your computer or mobile device and then check to see if the error is resolved.

3. Clear cache and data in Zoom on your phone

Cache files can become corrupted, causing Zoom to become unstable. Clearing the cache and data will return the app to its original state, as it was when it was first installed.

On Android, the process may vary slightly depending on your device. Typically, you go to Settings  => Apps  => find Zoom in the list => select Storage  => tap Clear data and Clear cache .

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On iPhone, there is no option to clear the cache individually for the Zoom app. The only way is to uninstall the app and re-download it . This will completely remove old data and fix any related errors.

4. Update Zoom

Many users have reported that updating Zoom to the latest version fixes the error with the wrong ID, so you should check and update the app if a new version is available.

- On PC:  Open Zoom, click on your avatar in the upper right corner, select  Check for  Updates

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- On iPhone : Open the App Store , tap your profile photo in the upper right corner, then select Update All .

- On Android : Open the Play Store , tap the three-dash icon in the upper left corner. Next, select My apps & games , switch to the Updates tab , then tap Update next to the Zoom app if a new version is available.

5. Uninstall and reinstall Zoom

If none of the above methods work, try uninstalling Zoom and reinstalling it from scratch. This will help clear out any bugs that may be present in the current version of the app. After reinstalling, enter your meeting ID and check to see if the issue is resolved.

Latest download link:
- Download Zoom for Android
- Download Zoom for iPhone

6. Contact Admin, moderator

If you have tried all of the above and are still getting an ID error, it is likely that you have entered the wrong ID. Please contact the Admin or meeting host to confirm the correct ID and try again.

III - When does the Zoom meeting ID expire?

1. For scheduled meetings

- Scheduled meeting IDs (one-time, non-recurring) expire 30 days after they are scheduled. If you reuse the ID within 30 days of the meeting, it will remain valid for another 30 days.

- You can start the meeting before the scheduled time , as long as the meeting ID is still valid and has not been deleted.

2. For regular meetings

- Recurring meeting IDs will expire after 365 days if you do not host any meetings during that period.

- If you reuse the ID for a new meeting, the 365-day period will be reset to the beginning .

Besides, if you encounter the error of Zoom hanging, crashing and not working on iPhone, iPad, you can refer to the solution in the article below to fix this error.

The above article has provided you with information about the meeting ID expiration date and how to fix the Zoom error reporting the wrong ID. Hopefully these instructions will help you use Zoom more effectively for work, study and online meetings.

Micah Soto

Update 20 February 2025