Whether you like to use a custom background that showcases your contact information or just need to cover your messy room quickly, virtual backgrounds can help give you a more professional look with just a few clicks. While virtual backgrounds are often associated with Zoom, they also work with other virtual meeting platforms like Google Meet, Microsoft Teams, and, yes, even WebEx. 

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Can you use a virtual background with WebEx?

Yes! If you’re using the desktop app on a computer or using the Android or iOS apps, you can use a virtual background with WebEx. WebEx does not support virtual backgrounds when joining a meeting from a web browser. 

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How to change the background in WebEx

1. View the preview page by joining a meeting or click the plus sign and start a meeting.

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2. Click the down arrow next to Start video to view background options.

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3. Click the plus sign and select a background.

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4. Ensure the proper background is selected before joining the meeting.

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How to create a virtual background for WebEx

Creating a custom virtual background for WebEx is simple—and free—with HiHello. 

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1. Log in to the HiHello web app and click Backgrounds.

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2. Select a digital business card.

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3. Select a background image, or upload your own.*

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4. Download your personalized HiHello background.

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*If you’re using an image from Google Image Search, please be careful to respect any image copyrights. HiHello does not take any responsibility for user-uploaded images.