Zoom has become an essential business tool for Realtors®—but scammers are increasingly using Zoom-branded invitations and meeting links to target real estate professionals. These scams are more convincing than ever and can lead to stolen credentials, financial loss, or malware installed on your device.

Understanding how these scams work is the first step to protecting yourself and your business.

Common Zoom Scams Realtors® May Encounter

Fake Buyer or Client Requests
Scammers may pose as prospective buyers or clients and insist on meeting via Zoom. When you click their link, you may be told your Zoom software is “out of date” and prompted to install an update. This download is malicious and can steal login credentials or financial information.

Phony Meeting or “Rejoin” Emails
You may receive a message claiming you missed a meeting or had a connection issue. The link directs you to a fake Zoom login page—often with your email address already filled in—to trick you into entering your password.

Account Deactivation Warnings
Some emails warn that your Zoom account will be suspended unless you “verify” your information within a short timeframe. These urgent messages are designed to pressure you into clicking a fraudulent link.

Malicious Zoom Documents or Event Invites
Scammers sometimes use real-looking Zoom documents or event invitations to distribute harmful files or harvest credentials, making the email appear more legitimate and harder to detect.

In-Meeting Scams
In some cases, attackers may ask for remote control access during a Zoom meeting or encourage the use of browser extensions that claim to improve Zoom productivity but secretly steal data.

Red Flags to Watch For

• Requests to download or update Zoom from a meeting link
• Links with unusual or misspelled web addresses
• Pressure to act quickly or threats of account suspension
• Refusal to communicate by phone or meet in person
• Requests for remote control access during a meeting

How to Protect Yourself

• Host the meeting yourself whenever possible instead of clicking links from unknown parties
• Join meetings manually by opening the Zoom app and entering the meeting ID and passcode
• Verify the sender through a known phone number or trusted email before clicking links
• Avoid downloads or updates prompted by emails or meeting links
• Decline remote control requests unless absolutely necessary and from a trusted contact

Stay Alert

Zoom scams are evolving and increasingly tailored to industries like real estate where virtual meetings are routine. Staying cautious, slowing down before clicking links, and trusting your instincts can help prevent serious security issues.

When in doubt, don’t click—verify first.