Home Zoom Virtual Backgrounds

By Liam Author

Updated - November 20, 2021

Home Zoom Virtual Backgrounds

Tired of the same backdrop at every meeting?  Would you like to tidy up your place before your next meeting, but you don't have time? Change your Zoom background.

When you work from your kitchen table, manage work from home life with your roommates or your partner, or are always on the move because you have a flexible schedule, finding a private space to conduct video conferencing or take online classes can be a challenge. Keep your meeting background distraction-free by adding a Zoom background image.

How to Change Your Zoom Background

  • Open the Zoom Desktop client on your Mac or Windows computer.
  • Sign in to your Zoom account.
  • The Settings menu can be accessed by clicking the gear icon in the top right corner of the screen.
  • Select Virtual Background from the left menu.
  • Click the + icon to upload your own photo or choose from one of Zoom's default backgrounds.
  • Click the ^ arrow next to Stop Video and click Choose Virtual Background…to change or turn off your Zoom background.

Change Your Zoom Background on Desktop

1. Install the Zoom Desktop client on your Mac or Windows computer.

2. Log in to your Zoom account.

3. Navigate to Settings by clicking the gear icon in the top right corner.

4. In the left-hand menu, click Virtual Background.

5. Zoom's default background images can be selected, or you can upload your own image.

6. In a Zoom meeting, click the * arrow next to Stop Video and select Choose Virtual Background... to change or turn off your Zoom background.

Watch this video for an overview of the steps above and tips for making the most of your Zoom background.

Free Backgrounds for Zoom

Zoom offers a few default image options, but you can also upload your own image. You can use these free virtual background images for your next Zoom meeting.

Professional Zoom Background Images

You can choose from a few default image options in Zoom, but you can also upload your own image. To make sure that you are putting your best foot forward for your next Zoom meeting, here are some free virtual images you can use.

1. Professional Zoom Background With a View

You can convey a more professional and accomplished message in your next meeting with a zoom virtual background that flexes an impressive view.


2. An Enviable Bookshelf Zoom Background

If you want to show off your well-read side, choose a Zoom background that displays an impressive bookshelf.


3. Accessible and Modern Zoom Background

You should choose an office background with more modern and casual elements to demonstrate a higher level of professional success.


4. The Conference Room Zoom Background

Visually transport yourself back to the office with a modern conference room backdrop if the meeting was conducted on-site in a conference room.


5. Your Typical Workspace Zoom Background

Pick a background that reflects your typical office workspace to give your next Zoom meeting a familiar feel.


6. Bookcase Zoom Background

Choose a colorful and aesthetically pleasing background that emphasizes your love of literature for a modern take on the bookshelf.


7. Background of the library zoom

You can seem to be joining a virtual meeting from anywhere by choosing a background that transports you to a professional location such as this regal wing of a Los Angeles Public Library.


8. Zooming in on a private jet

Choose one of our free backgrounds for your next meeting if you find yourself missing the luxuries of business travel.


Zoom Virtual Background Images for Home Offices

Many of us work from home in the age of Work From Anywhere. It doesn't matter if you work from a pristine home office or set up shop at the kitchen table, your colleagues won't have a clue about the messiness level of your home office when they see these free home office backgrounds.

9. A sprinkling of color zoom background

You can liven up your Zoom screen with a bright office background to draw attention during your next meeting.


10. Image of a cozy home zoomed in

Set your Zoom background to an image of a comfortable living space in order to convey the message of absolute comfort.


11. An elegant zoom background for your home office

With an elegant home office Zoom background you'll have coworkers couch-envy no matter what your space looks like in real life.


12. Zooming in on a chic home setup

Set your Zoom meeting background to your dream home setup for a more relaxed experience. If you need an icebreaker, those chic lounge chairs are great.


13. Outdoor Office Zoom Background

There is nothing more dreamy than a fireplace on the patio of your dream home office. Choose an outdoor home office Zoom background for a more temperate atmosphere for yourself and your coworkers.


14. A Home Office Background

Your coworkers' smiling faces are the only thing better than this free Zoom background!


15. Realistic Zoom Office Background

Choose a realistic Zoom background like this one to give your fellow attendees a glimpse into what it is like to work from home.




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