This Information is Intended for: Guests, Staff
Last Updated: August 18, 2023
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Stony Brook University Affiliates have basic Zoom accounts (instead of *licensed accounts) in Zoom. Basic Zoom accounts have slightly limited functionality.
In order for an affiliate to receive an upgraded licensed Zoom Account the department should contact Theresa O'Connell <Theresa.oconnell@stonybrook.edu> on the affiliate's behalf.
The email must include:
- Name of affiliate(s)
- Explanation or justification as to why they require the license
- The department's state account number
- A statement of commitment and understanding that these licenses cannot be canceled until the end of the Zoom contract which is currently March 2025
Affiliates/Basic Zoom Account Limitations
Basic Zoom Account Users
- Cannot record to the cloud (basic users can record locally to their computer)
- Cannot be an alternative host
- Cannot use schedule privilege to assign others to schedule or schedule on behalf of others
- Cannot utilize account add-ons such as conference room connector
- Cannot be assigned user add-ons such as large meeting, webinar, or personal audio conference
- Cannot Customize Personal Link
*Licensed accounts are granted to those who are listed in Peoplesoft as "InstructorActive", "StudentEnrolled", and "EmployeeActive-SBU"