TL;DR: You can join a Microsoft Teams meeting without an account: open the meeting link, choose "Continue on this browser", enter your name and join as a guest — no app or sign-in required for most meetings.
You've received an invite to a Microsoft Teams meeting but you have no account and no app? Good news: in the vast majority of cases, you can join the meeting straight from your browser, as a guest. Here's how.
Join from a computer (browser)
- Click the meeting link you received.
- On the page that opens, choose "Continue on this browser" (no need to download the app).
- Allow microphone and camera access if prompted.
- Enter your name, then click Join now.
- Wait in the lobby: the organizer lets you in.
Chrome and Edge offer the best compatibility for audio and video.
Join from a phone
On mobile, Teams often asks for the app. If you'd rather not install anything, open the link and look for the option to join via the browser; depending on the setup, the app is sometimes still required on smartphones.
What if the link doesn't work?
Teams links are very long and break easily when copied over SMS or messaging apps. If your link looks truncated, ask the organizer to resend it — ideally as a short link, which always stays clickable. See also: why Teams links are so long.
Frequently asked questions
Do you have to pay to join a Teams meeting?
No. Joining as a guest is free; only the organizer needs a Teams license.
Can the organizer block guest access?
Yes. Some organizations disable anonymous access: in that case, an authorized account is required. Contact the organizer.
How do I get a simpler link?
Ask the organizer to shorten their Teams link: you'll receive a short, clear, reliable address.
In short: in most cases, a single click on the link is enough to join a Teams meeting from the browser, without an account or install. Organizers: to make life easier for your guests, share a short link →
Official source: Join a meeting without a Teams account (Microsoft Support)