As we continue to collaborate across different platforms, we know that joining a Microsoft Teams meeting can sometimes be a bit confusing—especially since we are not currently setting up individual Microsoft Teams accounts.
If you have been invited to a Teams meeting by an external partner or colleague, please follow the guidelines below to ensure a smooth connection.
How to Join a Teams Meeting
Since you do not have a dedicated Teams login, you should use the browser-based version of the software. This allows you to join as a "Guest" without needing an account or the desktop application.
Copy the Link: Open your meeting invitation and copy the Teams meeting URL.
Use the Web Link: Navigate to https://teams.microsoft.com/v2/ in your web browser (Chrome or Edge are recommended).
Join as Guest: When prompted, select "Join on the web instead." 4. Enter Your Name: Type in your full name so the host knows who to admit from the "lobby."
Note: Without an official account, you will be able to join meetings, but you will not be able to host or create new meetings within the Microsoft Teams platform.
Our Supported Platform: Google Meet
For all internal meetings or sessions where you are the host, KIPP NYC officially supports Google Meet. * Hosting: Use your KIPP NYC Google credentials to create and host meetings.
Ease of Access: Just like Teams, your external guests do not need a Google account to join a meeting you have hosted through Google Meet.
Summary & Action Steps
Check your platform: If you are the organizer, please use Google Meet.
Web-only for Teams: If you must attend a Teams meeting, use the web version rather than the desktop app.
No Account Needed: Do not attempt to sign in with your KIPP email on the Teams login screen; simply join as a guest via the browser.
Need further help? If you encounter any issues accessing a meeting link, please reach out to the IT support team for real-time assistance.
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