# Zoom without internet connection

**URL:** <https://devforum.zoom.us/t/zoom-without-internet-connection/23132>\
**Category:** Feature Requests\
**Created:** [July 3, 2020, 12:44pm UTC](https://devforum.zoom.us/t/zoom-without-internet-connection/23132 "2020-07-03T12:44:42Z")\
**Posts on this page:** 2\
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**Author:** ![michele.cremaschi](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/devforum.zoom.us/michele.cremaschi/32/10569_2.png) [@michele.cremaschi](https://devforum.zoom.us/u/michele.cremaschi)\
**Post date:** [July 3, 2020, 12:44pm UTC](https://devforum.zoom.us/t/zoom-without-internet-connection/23132/1 "2020-07-03T12:44:42Z")

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I love Zoom background removal feature.  
I simply use it opening a new meeting and substituting my background with a custom movie.  
The problem is that to open a new meeting window I need to be connected to internet. And even if i am, the meeting window closes as soon as connection is dropped.  
Is there a way to make Zoom believe it’s connected, so that I can open the meeting window and keep it opened?

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**Author:** ![murielwise1](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/flex016/user_avatar/devforum.zoom.us/murielwise1/32/46114_2.png) [@murielwise1](https://devforum.zoom.us/u/murielwise1)\
**Post date:** [May 29, 2023, 1:48pm UTC](https://devforum.zoom.us/t/zoom-without-internet-connection/23132/2 "2023-05-29T13:48:13Z")

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Hey there! I totally get why you love Zoom’s background removal feature. It’s such a fun way to spice up your video calls and make them more interesting. I’m glad to hear that you’ve been using it to replace your background with a custom movie. That sounds like a creative and entertaining choice!

Now, regarding your question about keeping the Zoom meeting window open even when your internet connection drops, unfortunately, there isn’t a straightforward way to make Zoom believe you’re connected when you’re actually not. When your internet connection drops, Zoom automatically closes the meeting window as a way to ensure a smooth experience for all participants. It’s a built-in mechanism to maintain the integrity of the call and prevent any disruptions.