# Webex Problems & Issues 2026 - Audio, Camera & Screen Share Fixes

Source: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex
Last analyzed: 2026-10-21
Try or Bye score: 45/100

## Verdict: Bye

Webex disappoints many users (score 45/100). Most reported issues: Unhelpful and unresponsive customer support; Cluttered and unintuitive interface; Webex audio choppy, robotic, or cutting out. Not a good fit for: Small teams new to video conferencing; Teams prioritizing audio quality; Users on slower internet connections. Users most often switch to Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet.

## What it is

Cisco's video meetings, messaging, and cloud calling platform, used mostly by large enterprises and government. Strong on security and Cisco hardware integration, but users regularly hit audio, camera, screen sharing, and connection problems, and paid pricing is now sales-only. Free plan caps meetings at 40 minutes and 100 attendees.

## Common errors & fixes

### Webex App Crashing or Not Opening

If the Webex App crashes, freezes on a white screen, or won't open, reset its cache (Help > Health Checker > Reset) or clear the cache folder manually. If that fails, run Cisco's Webex removal tool, reinstall, and update your graphics driver if crashes happen when video turns on.

1. **Reset the cache from the app** — Open Webex > Help > Health Checker Click Reset and relaunch
2. **Clear the cache manually** — Windows: quit Webex, end it in Task Manager, delete the contents of %LOCALAPPDATA%\CiscoSpark Mac: quit Webex, Finder > Go > Go to Folder > ~/Library/Caches, empty Cisco-Systems.Spark; repeat in ~/Library/Application Support/Cisco Spark Relaunch Webex
3. **Update the graphics driver** — If crashes happen when video turns on, install the newest GPU driver Restart and retest
4. **Run the removal tool and reinstall** — Download the Webex removal tool from the Webex help center Run it to remove caches, traces, and old installs Reinstall the latest Webex App

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/app-crashing

### Webex Audio Not Working

If you can't hear anyone in a Webex meeting, the wrong speaker is usually selected or (on Windows) the Windows Audio service has stalled. Pick the right device in the meeting audio menu, then restart the Windows Audio service.

1. **Connect audio and pick the right speaker** — In the meeting, click the arrow next to Mute/Audio and choose Speaker, microphone, and camera settings Select the headset or speaker you actually use Click Test and confirm you hear the tone If you see 'Connect audio', click it and choose Use computer for audio
2. **Restart the Windows Audio service** — Leave the meeting Type services.msc in the taskbar search and press Enter Find Windows Audio, right-click it and choose Restart Rejoin the meeting and test audio
3. **Free the device from other apps** — Quit Teams, Zoom, and other calling apps If the device is still missing in Webex, unplug and replug it Restart Webex
4. **Stop following system settings** — In Webex audio settings, turn off Use system settings Manually choose the speaker and microphone Retest
5. **Check whether the presenter is muted** — Open the Participants panel Look for a moving green mic bar next to the speaker If there is none, ask the host whether they are muted

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/audio-not-working

### Webex Audio and Video Choppy or Lagging

Choppy Webex audio or frozen video means packet loss or not enough bandwidth. Webex's own steps: check status.webex.com, run the Health Checker, pause other heavy traffic, and run web.webex.com/network-checker. Turning off background noise removal and VPN fixes it for some users.

1. **Check Webex status and Health Checker** — Visit status.webex.com In the Webex App, open Help > Health Checker and run it
2. **Free up bandwidth** — Pause video streaming, game downloads, and other calls on your network Turn off your own video if audio is breaking up
3. **Run the network test** — Open web.webex.com/network-checker in Chrome or Firefox Copy the results into a text file for IT or a support case
4. **Turn off background noise removal** — In the meeting, open audio settings Switch noise removal off (or to a lighter mode) Retest
5. **Test without VPN and on Ethernet** — Disconnect VPN if allowed Plug in a network cable Rejoin and compare

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/audio-video-choppy

### Webex Camera Not Working

Webex camera problems on Windows almost always come from one of four things Cisco documents: privacy settings blocking the camera, the camera disabled, another app using it, or a missing driver. Allow camera access, close other video apps, and reinstall the camera driver if Webex says 'Cannot connect to camera'.

1. **Allow camera access** — Open Windows Settings > Privacy & security > Camera Turn on Camera access and allow apps (including desktop apps) to use it On Mac: System Settings > Privacy & Security > Camera, turn on Webex Restart Webex
2. **Enable the camera** — Open Device Manager Expand Cameras Right-click your camera and choose Enable
3. **Close apps holding the camera** — Quit Teams, Zoom, browser tabs with video Restart Webex and turn video on
4. **Reinstall the camera driver** — In Device Manager, right-click the integrated webcam and choose Uninstall device Restart the PC so Windows reinstalls the driver Install the latest driver from your laptop maker if needed
5. **Check antivirus and the privacy shutter** — Make sure your antivirus' webcam protection allows Webex Open any physical camera shutter or keyboard camera toggle

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/camera-not-working

### Webex Echo in Meeting

Echo in Webex is caused by a participant's speakers feeding into their own mic: someone on both phone and computer audio, or several laptops in one room. Mute everyone, unmute one by one to find the source, and have that person use a headset.

1. **Find the source** — As host, mute all participants Unmute people one at a time and listen for echo Ask the person causing it to apply the fixes below
2. **Use one audio connection** — Disconnect either phone or computer audio, not both In shared rooms, keep only one device's mic and speaker on
3. **Use a headset** — Switch from laptop speakers to headphones with a mic Or lower speaker volume and move the mic away from the speakers

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/echo-in-meeting

### Webex Keeps Disconnecting and Reconnecting

Webex dropping to 'reconnecting' is almost always network-related: VPN routing, weak Wi-Fi, or packet loss. Check status.webex.com, switch to wired Ethernet, and test the same meeting without VPN. Quitting and relaunching Webex clears it for many users.

1. **Check for an outage** — Open status.webex.com If Meetings or the Webex App shows an incident, wait and rejoin later
2. **Use a wired connection** — Plug in via Ethernet if you can Otherwise move closer to the router and pause other streaming or downloads
3. **Test without VPN** — Disconnect VPN (if your company allows it) Rejoin the meeting If it's stable, ask IT about split-tunneling Webex traffic
4. **Run the network checker** — Open web.webex.com/network-checker in Chrome or Firefox on the same network Look for high UDP loss Save the results for IT or Webex support
5. **Quit and relaunch Webex** — Leave the meeting Fully quit Webex (Cmd+Q on Mac, right-click tray icon > Exit on Windows) Reopen and rejoin

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/keeps-disconnecting

### Can't Join Webex Meeting: 'Meeting Has Not Started'

This message means the host hasn't started the meeting yet, no matter what time it was scheduled. Keep refreshing until the Join button turns green, double-check the time zone, or ask the host to start it or enable join before host.

1. **Refresh until Join turns green** — Keep the meeting page open Refresh every minute; the Join button becomes active once the host starts
2. **Check the time zone** — Compare the time zone in the invite with your device time zone Ask the host to confirm the start time
3. **Contact the host** — Message or email the host that you're waiting If you see 'Notify host', you're in the lobby and the host must admit you
4. **Ask the host to allow join before host** — Host: when scheduling, open Advanced options Enable letting attendees join before the host
5. **Check for an outage** — Visit status.webex.com If joining is failing broadly, wait for Cisco to resolve it

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/meeting-has-not-started

### Webex Microphone Not Working (Others Can't Hear You)

When others can't hear you in Webex, you are usually muted, the wrong microphone is selected, or the OS is blocking microphone access. Unmute, pick the mic in Webex audio settings, and allow microphone access for Webex.

1. **Unmute in Webex and on the headset** — Check the Mute button; red with a line means you're muted Check any physical mute switch on the headset or inline cable
2. **Select the right microphone** — Click the arrow next to Mute and open audio settings Choose your headset or mic under Microphone Speak and watch the level meter move
3. **Allow microphone access (Windows)** — Open Settings > Privacy & security > Microphone Turn on Microphone access and Let desktop apps access your microphone Restart Webex
4. **Allow microphone access (Mac)** — Open System Settings > Privacy & Security > Microphone Turn on Webex Quit Webex with Cmd+Q and reopen it
5. **Close other calling apps and rejoin** — Quit Teams, Zoom, Slack huddles Leave and rejoin the Webex meeting Reboot if the device still doesn't respond

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/microphone-not-working

### Webex Mobile App Crashing or Can't Sign In

When the Webex mobile app crashes or won't sign in, update it, then reinstall (on Android clear cache and app data first) and switch between Wi-Fi and cellular. If a feature is missing on mobile, check whether it works on desktop or is disabled by your admin.

1. **Confirm you can sign in on a computer** — Sign in at your Webex site from a computer If that fails too, reset your password or contact your admin
2. **Update the app** — Open App Store or Google Play Install the latest Webex update
3. **Clear data and reinstall** — Android: Settings > Apps > Webex > Storage > Clear cache and Clear data Uninstall Webex Reinstall it from the store and sign in
4. **Switch networks** — Toggle from Wi-Fi to cellular (or the reverse) Retry joining or signing in
5. **Check missing features on desktop** — Try the feature in the desktop app If it's missing there too, ask your admin to enable it

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/mobile-app-not-working

### Webex Recording Not Showing

A missing Webex recording was usually saved locally instead of to the cloud, is still processing, or your account doesn't have cloud recording enabled. Check your computer's Documents folder and the Recordings tab on your Webex site, and ask your admin if the Recordings tab is missing.

1. **Check where it was saved** — Look for an MP4 in your computer's Documents or the folder chosen when recording Then check Recordings on your Webex site
2. **Wait for processing** — Cloud recordings can take a while after the meeting ends Check again later and look for the email notification
3. **Ask your admin to enable recording** — If the Recordings tab is missing, your host account may not have it Contact your Webex site administrator
4. **Remember the free plan limit** — Webex Free records locally only Cloud recording needs a paid or Enterprise license

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/recording-not-showing

### Webex Screen Share Black Screen

If viewers see a black screen when you share in Webex, share the entire screen instead of a single window, then update your graphics driver or turn off hardware acceleration. On iPad, choosing 'Optimize for video' fixed it for some users.

1. **Share the entire screen** — Stop sharing Click Share again and choose your full screen Ask viewers to confirm they see it
2. **Update the graphics driver** — Install the latest driver from Intel, AMD, NVIDIA, or your laptop maker Restart and retest
3. **Turn off hardware acceleration** — In a browser join, open browser settings > System and turn off 'Use graphics acceleration when available' Fully restart the browser Rejoin and share again
4. **Grant Screen Recording on Mac** — System Settings > Privacy & Security > Screen Recording > turn on Webex Quit with Cmd+Q and reopen
5. **On iPad, optimize for video** — Tap Share Screen Choose Optimize for video when prompted

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/screen-share-black-screen

### Webex Screen Share Not Working on Mac

On a Mac, Webex can't share your screen until macOS grants it Screen Recording permission. Turn Webex on under System Settings > Privacy & Security > Screen Recording, then fully quit (Cmd+Q) and reopen Webex.

1. **Grant Screen Recording permission** — Click the Apple menu > System Settings Open Privacy & Security > Screen Recording (Screen & System Audio Recording on newer macOS) Turn on Webex and Cisco Webex Meetings if listed
2. **Fully quit and reopen Webex** — Press Cmd+Q in Webex (closing the window doesn't quit it) Reopen Webex and rejoin the meeting
3. **Also allow Accessibility and Microphone** — In Privacy & Security, open Accessibility and turn on Webex Open Microphone and turn on Webex
4. **Share the entire screen** — Click Share and choose your whole screen instead of one app window If you must share a window, make sure it's not minimized
5. **Update Webex** — Click your profile picture > Check for updates Install the update and retest

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/screen-share-not-working-mac

### Webex Stuck on Connecting

A Webex meeting stuck on 'Connecting' is usually a network, proxy, or cache problem. Reset the Webex cache (Help > Health Checker > Reset), try another network or browser, and have IT confirm Webex traffic isn't blocked by a firewall or proxy.

1. **Reset the Webex cache** — Open the Webex App > Help > Health Checker Click Reset Rejoin the meeting
2. **Clear the cache manually** — Windows: quit Webex, end it in Task Manager, open %LOCALAPPDATA%\CiscoSpark and delete its contents Mac: quit Webex, Finder > Go > Go to Folder, empty ~/Library/Caches/Cisco-Systems.Spark and ~/Library/Application Support/Cisco Spark Relaunch Webex
3. **Try another network or browser** — Switch to a phone hotspot or home network If joining in Chrome, try Firefox, Edge, or Safari, or clear the browser cache
4. **Ask IT to check firewall and proxy** — Confirm Webex domains and media ports are allowed If the proxy needs credentials, enter the right username and password Make sure certificate revocation checks can reach the internet

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/stuck-on-connecting

### Webex Virtual Background Not Working

If the Webex Change background option is missing or greyed out, your site admin may have disabled virtual backgrounds, or your computer doesn't meet the requirements. If you disappear behind the background, set it to None and back, or check the camera shutter.

1. **Find the setting** — Before joining, open the video preview Click Change background below the preview If it's not there, the feature may be restricted
2. **Ask your admin to enable it** — Virtual backgrounds must be enabled for your Webex site Ask the site admin which backgrounds are allowed
3. **Check system requirements** — Compare your CPU and OS with the Webex virtual background requirements Update Webex to the latest version
4. **Reset the background** — Set the background to None Re-select your background Open the camera shutter and improve lighting

Full guide: https://www.tryorbye.com/products/webex/issues/virtual-background-not-working

## Common problems

- **Unhelpful and unresponsive customer support** (support): Trustpilot and community forums are filled with complaints about Webex support. Users describe help desks as 'useless' with ignored messages, unanswered emails, and no clear way to make official complaints. Support staff are reportedly unwilling to investigate repeated issues even with evidence provided.
- **Cluttered and unintuitive interface** (usability): Users consistently report that Webex's UI is less intuitive than competitors like Zoom. The interface feels cluttered, advanced settings are hard to locate, and recent updates have made the experience worse. Many users accustomed to Zoom find Webex overwhelming and confusing to navigate.
- **Webex audio choppy, robotic, or cutting out** (performance): Choppy, robotic, or dropping audio is the most common Webex complaint in community threads. Webex's own help points to bandwidth competition and network loss; users also link it to VPNs and the background noise removal feature. Remote participants talking over each other because of latency is a repeat theme.
- **Updates break functionality and remove features** (reliability): Recent Webex updates have made the client 'completely unusable' according to users. Reports include annotation tools vanishing, strange panels preventing simple meeting starts, cumbersome invitation processes, freezing cameras, and inability to see participants after updates.
- **Webex screen share not working or showing a black screen** (usability): Screen sharing is greyed out on Macs until Webex gets the macOS Screen Recording permission, and viewers sometimes see a black screen when the presenter shares a single window, uses hardware acceleration, or shares from an iPad. Sharing one window when several of the same app are open is also limited.
- **Why is Webex pricing hidden? Paid plans are 'contact sales' only** (pricing): As of October 2026 the official US and UK pricing pages show only Webex Free ($0) and Webex Enterprise ('Let's talk'); the self-serve paid tiers that earlier listed public monthly prices no longer appear. Teams that outgrow the 40-minute free cap have to go through sales or a partner to get a quote, and third-party price trackers disagree on what paid plans cost.
- **Webex keeps disconnecting and reconnecting** (reliability): Users repeatedly report the 'We can't reach the Webex service, reconnecting' banner mid-meeting. The common threads are VPN connections, Wi-Fi instead of wired Ethernet, and missing QoS on corporate networks; reinstalling rarely helps, while quitting and relaunching often does.
- **Webex camera not working or 'camera in use'** (performance): Camera failures are common enough that Cisco publishes a dedicated guide: Windows privacy settings blocking access, the camera disabled in Device Manager, another app (Teams, Zoom) holding the camera, or a missing driver. Some users say the camera disappeared after a Webex update.
- **Webex down: sign-in and meeting join failures (June 2026 outage)** (reliability): On June 3, 2026, a Webex service interruption across North America broke sign-in, Outlook scheduling, and starting or joining meetings for about six hours. Smaller 2026 incidents hit web app messaging (April) and Control Hub device management (August).
- **Mobile app lacks feature parity with desktop** (mobile): The mobile experience sometimes lacks parity with the desktop version. iOS has notification issues where badges don't update immediately, and Android users experience varying audio/video performance depending on device. Some users missed presentations due to black screens after Webex dropped support for older Android devices.
- **High CPU usage causes system lag and crashes** (reliability): Users report high CPU usage leading to system lag and crashes. The platform consumes a lot of bandwidth, and on slow or unstable internet connections, users experience audio/video issues, dropped calls, and latency problems.
- **Cancellation is difficult and confusing** (usability): Webex's own FAQ says self-serve plans can be cancelled or downgraded to Free from the account management portal, keeping access until the billing period ends. Complaints mostly come from users who bought through Cisco Commerce, a partner, or an annual contract, where cancellation needs an admin and has to happen before auto-renewal.
- **Webex download required for some features** (onboarding): Webex now says most meetings can be joined in the browser, but some features (such as PSTN calling) still require the desktop app, and older complaints describe meetings starting late while external guests install the client. Browser joins also fail more often in some Chrome setups.
- **Difficult to search and find past messages** (usability): Users report that searching for past messages is frustrating. When finding messages and trying to click on them, it doesn't always navigate to the actual message. The texting feature is also frustrating if you're not texting with an existing contact.

## What users like

- **Enterprise-grade security features**: Webex offers robust security with end-to-end encryption, meeting locks, waiting rooms, and compliance certifications. It's trusted by enterprises and government organizations for sensitive communications.
- **Strong Cisco ecosystem integration**: For organizations already using Cisco products (phones, networking, etc.), Webex integrates seamlessly within the ecosystem, providing unified communications across hardware and software.
- **Reliable for internal company meetings**: Some users report that Webex works well for internal company meetings when everyone is familiar with the platform. It handles large meetings with many participants reliably.
- **Meeting capacity up to 1000 participants**: Webex supports meetings with up to 1,000 participants on business plans, making it suitable for large company-wide meetings and events.
- **Free plan with 100 attendees and unlimited whiteboards**: Webex Free includes unlimited 40-minute meetings for up to 100 attendees, screen sharing with annotation, local recording, noise cancellation, and unlimited messaging with no credit card required.

## Pricing

- **Webex Free**: $0.00 (free) — hidden costs: Meetings end at 40 minutes; any paid upgrade now requires contacting sales
- **Webex Enterprise**: usage_based — hidden costs: No public price; quote only via sales. Calling, contact center, and webinar capacity are separate products

## Who should and shouldn't use it

- **Small teams new to video conferencing** — Avoid: The learning curve is steep compared to Zoom. First-time users find the interface confusing, and requiring client downloads delays meetings. Teams report spending the first 5 minutes of meetings waiting for participants to install software.
- **Teams prioritizing audio quality** — Avoid: Webex has the worst audio quality among comparable services according to multiple reviews. If clear audio is critical for your calls, competitors like Zoom and Teams consistently perform better.
- **Users on slower internet connections** — Avoid: Webex consumes significant bandwidth and CPU resources. Users with unstable connections experience dropped calls, audio issues, and video lag more frequently than with competitors.
- **Budget-conscious small businesses** — Avoid: Webex no longer publishes paid plan prices; past the 40-minute free cap you need a sales quote. Zoom, Google Meet, and Teams list prices openly and are easier to buy month to month.
- **Large enterprises already using Cisco** — Good fit: Organizations invested in Cisco hardware and networking benefit from seamless integration. Enterprise security features and compliance certifications meet corporate requirements.
- **Government and regulated industries** — Good fit: Webex's enterprise-grade security, encryption, and compliance certifications (FedRAMP, HIPAA, etc.) make it suitable for organizations with strict security requirements.
- **Teams needing reliable internal meetings** — Depends: Once everyone is familiar with Webex and has it installed, internal meetings work reliably. However, external meetings with clients who don't have Webex installed can be problematic.
- **Enterprise IT departments** — Good fit: Cisco integration, strong security, and compliance features. IT departments in Cisco shops trust Webex for enterprise requirements.
- **Startups and small teams** — Avoid: Enterprise-focused pricing and complexity. Small teams should use Zoom, Meet, or Teams - Webex is overkill and expensive.
- **Sales teams** — Depends: Works but less intuitive than Zoom. If clients use Webex, fine. But don't adopt just for sales - Zoom is industry standard.

## Alternatives

- **Zoom** (https://www.tryorbye.com/products/zoom): Users switch for easier experience. Gain: simpler UI, more widely adopted, better host controls. Trade-off: less Cisco integration.
- **Microsoft Teams** (https://www.tryorbye.com/products/microsoft-teams): Microsoft shops switch for bundled cost. Gain: included with M365, integrated chat. Trade-off: Microsoft ecosystem required.
- **Google Meet** (https://www.tryorbye.com/products/google-meet): Google Workspace users switch for simplicity. Gain: included, easy to use. Trade-off: fewer enterprise features.
- **GoToMeeting**: Users report better reliability and simpler interface for basic meeting needs. GoToMeeting is often chosen by teams frustrated with Webex's complexity.
- **Slack** (https://www.tryorbye.com/products/slack): Teams that mostly use the Webex App for chat and quick calls move to Slack. Gain: faster search, a larger integration ecosystem, and huddles for ad-hoc calls. Trade-off: no large scheduled meetings or phone calling, so you still need a meetings tool.

## FAQ

### Is Webex worth it compared to Zoom or Teams?

For most small teams, no. Webex Free is generous (100 attendees) but caps meetings at 40 minutes, and paid plans are now quote-only through sales. Zoom, Google Meet, and Microsoft Teams publish prices and are easier to use. Webex makes sense if you already run Cisco hardware or need FedRAMP-level security.

### What are the hidden costs of Webex?

The biggest one is that paid pricing is no longer public: the official pricing page shows only Free ($0) and Enterprise ('Let's talk'). Calling, contact center, and webinar capacity are sold as separate products, and annual contracts bought through Cisco or partners must be cancelled before auto-renewal.

### Why is Webex audio quality so bad?

Usually network loss: Webex's own guidance is to check status.webex.com, run the in-app Health Checker, pause other bandwidth-heavy devices, and run the network checker at web.webex.com/network-checker. Users also fix it by switching to wired Ethernet, testing without VPN, and turning off background noise removal.

### How do I cancel my Webex subscription?

If you bought online, cancel or downgrade to Free in the Webex account management portal; you keep paid features until the billing period ends. If you bought through Cisco Commerce or a partner, an administrator has to request cancellation through that channel before the renewal date.

### Do I need to download Webex to join a meeting?

Usually no. Webex says most meetings can be joined from a browser, but some features such as PSTN calling need the desktop app. If a browser join hangs, try another browser (Firefox or Edge) or install the app.

### Is Webex customer support helpful?

Reviews consistently describe Webex support as 'useless.' Common complaints include ignored messages, unanswered emails, no clear escalation path, and support staff unwilling to investigate issues even with evidence. Trustpilot is filled with complaints about poor customer service.

### Does Webex work well on mobile?

The mobile experience has issues. iOS users report notification problems where badges don't update immediately. Android performance varies by device. Some users missed presentations due to black screens after Webex dropped support for older Android versions. The mobile app lacks feature parity with desktop.

### Why did Webex updates break my features?

Recent updates have caused widespread issues including: annotation tools vanishing, strange panels preventing meeting starts, cumbersome invitation processes, freezing cameras, and inability to see participants. Many users describe the client as 'completely unusable' after updates.

### Why is my Webex audio not working?

Check that the correct speaker and microphone are selected in the meeting's audio settings and that you are not muted. On Windows, Webex suggests restarting the Windows Audio service (services.msc). If your device is missing from the list, another app is probably using it.

### Why is my camera not working in Webex?

Most often Windows privacy settings block camera access, another app like Teams or Zoom is using the camera, or the camera is disabled in Device Manager. Allow camera access under Settings > Privacy & security > Camera, close other video apps, and restart Webex.

### Why can't I share my screen in Webex on Mac?

macOS blocks screen capture until you allow it. Go to System Settings > Privacy & Security > Screen Recording, turn on Webex (and Cisco Webex Meetings if listed), then fully quit and reopen Webex.

### Why does Webex say the meeting has not started?

The host has not started it yet, regardless of the scheduled time. Refresh the page until the Join button turns green, check the time zone, or contact the host. If the host enabled join before host, a countdown shows when you can enter.

### Why does Webex keep disconnecting?

Usually an unstable network or VPN. Switch to wired Ethernet, test without VPN, close bandwidth-heavy apps, and check status.webex.com for an outage. If it keeps happening, leave and rejoin or fully quit and relaunch the app.

### Is Webex down right now?

Check status.webex.com first. Webex had a major North America outage on June 3, 2026 that broke sign-in and meeting joins for about six hours, so widespread failures can be on Cisco's side.

### How long can a free Webex meeting last?

Webex Free allows unlimited meetings but each one is capped at 40 minutes, with up to 100 attendees.

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