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# HOW TO PREPARE FOR ONLINE DARSHAN
## If you've never had Online Darshan via Zoom before, you'll need to make sure you are all set up before the big day. This article will help you do just that.
### **TABLE OF CONTENTS**
**Scroll through the whole article, or click on a link below to go directly to a specific section:**
- [How do I set up Zoom?](https://knowledge.bhaktimarga.org/migration/prepare-for-online-darshan#zoom)
- [Where do I find my Zoom Meeting URL and Password?](https://knowledge.bhaktimarga.org/migration/prepare-for-online-darshan#MeetingID)
- [What time is the *darshan* in my time zone?](https://knowledge.bhaktimarga.org/migration/prepare-for-online-darshan#time-zone)
- [When should I get online on my Darshan Day?](https://knowledge.bhaktimarga.org/migration/prepare-for-online-darshan#schedule)
- [How long does the Online Darshan Experience last?](https://knowledge.bhaktimarga.org/migration/prepare-for-online-darshan#how-long)
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### How do I set up Zoom?
In order to receive your Online Darshan you must have Zoom installed on your device.
- Setting everything up can take 10-30 minutes.
- So, to make sure you are stress-free, be sure to install Zoom onto your device well in advance of the *darshan* day and time.
### Where do I find my Zoom Meeting ID and Password?
- Once you register for an event you will receive a **confirmation email** right away.
- If you don't see the email within a few hours after registering, please **check in your Spam or Promotions folders**
- On the **day before the event,** we will send another email with the Zoom link and your Password for the event.
- The meeting details will look something like this:
- If you have a **Bhakti ID**, you can also find the *darshan* details in **My Events.**
- The **Meeting URL** and **Password** change with each *darshan*, so be sure you use the correct one found in your emails or Bhakti ID.
### What time is the *darshan* in my time zone?
- The scheduled start time of a *darshan* is always posted in Germany time.
- Be sure you know the correct time in your time zone, we don't want you to miss the event.
- **Use this [Time Calculator](https://dateful.com/time-zone-converter)** to determine the time in your area.
- Please use Germany for our time zone on the left side of the page.
- Type in your country / timezone in the box on the right side of the page, a list of options will automatically pop up for you to choose from. 
### What time should I plan to get online on my Darshan day?
- **If you need to install Zoom**
- You will need to plan to start the process at least one hour before the scheduled start time.
- See the[How do I set up Zoom](https://knowledge.bhaktimarga.org/migration/prepare-for-online-darshan#zoom) for instructions.
- **If you already have Zoom installed**
- We recommend you get online 20-40 minutes before the actual posted start time of the event.
- Zoom opens 45 minutes before the scheduled start time of the event.
- The program starts with a spiritual Q&A session 30 minutes before the scheduled start time.
- Please plan to join us for the full [Online Darshan Experience](https://app.hubspot.com/knowledge/8952526/edit/56084941589#zoom)
### How long does the Online Darshan Experience last?
- The entire Online Darshan Experience can last up to two hours or more.
- It is important to set aside enough time so you can really enjoy the experience stress free.
- We hope to see you online for the whole experience!
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