Troubleshooting the Zoom 5003 Error Message

The 5003 Zoom error is a generic notice that there is an internet issue on your machine blocking Zoom from connecting to a meeting.  This can occur for many reasons, and it may take some trial and error to find the problem. The following are some common fixes:

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  • Make sure you have the most recent version of the Zoom software on your machine.  You can find updating instructions at https://ats.udel.edu/conferencing/zoom/zoom-software-updates/
  • Try logging in directly from the software instead of the browser interface.  Be sure to sign out completely and then sign back in.  You can find instructions at https://ats.udel.edu/conferencing/zoom/signout/
  • Make sure your computer is not blocking Zoom through your security settings or a firewall.  Sometimes, these settings can change after your computer has run an operating system update (especially on a Windows machine).
  • Make sure your internet browser is updated to the latest version.  Also, try changing browsers to see if your default browser is causing the issue.
  • Shut down and restart both your computer and WiFi Router.  Sometimes connection issues can be fixed with a simple restart.
  • On occasion, the Zoom software on machine may get corrupted.  If nothing else has worked, completely uninstall the program and install a fresh copy.