Online AA Meetings
Looking for online AA meetings now? Join a free Alcoholics Anonymous Zoom meeting from anywhere in the world, right now. No registration, no download, no camera required. Just click and join.
We track 8,027 AA Zoom meetings across 6 countries, running every hour of every day. Whether you need an AA meeting right now or want to browse what's coming up, this page shows you what's happening in your timezone.
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How Online AA Meetings Work
Online Alcoholics Anonymous meetings run on Zoom and follow the same traditions as in-person AA meetings. They are free, anonymous, and open to anyone who wants to stop drinking. Thousands of AA Zoom meetings run every day across every timezone, so if you're searching for AA meetings near me now, there is always one available — no matter where you are or what time it is.
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, online AA meetings have become a permanent part of the recovery landscape. Many AA members now attend a mix of online and in-person meetings. Research and community experience consistently show that AA Zoom meetings can be just as effective as face-to-face meetings for maintaining sobriety.
What to Expect at Your First Online AA Meeting
If you've never attended an Alcoholics Anonymous meeting online, here's what you need to know:
- Camera is optional. Many AA members attend with video off. You can listen without being seen.
- You don't have to speak. "I'm just listening today" is completely acceptable. Nobody will pressure you to share.
- Use any name you like. First name, initials, or a pseudonym — your anonymity is protected.
- AA meetings typically last 60 minutes. You can leave at any time.
- You don't need to prepare anything. Just click the Zoom link and join.
- What's said in the meeting stays in the meeting. Anonymity and confidentiality are core AA principles.
Types of AA Meetings Online
Online AA meetings come in several formats. Here's what each one means:
- Open Discussion — A topic is raised and members share their experience. Anyone can speak. The most common AA meeting format.
- Speaker Meeting — One AA member shares their story of alcoholism and recovery in depth (20-30 minutes), followed by open sharing.
- Step Study — Works through the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous, one step at a time. Structured and focused.
- Big Book Study — Reads and discusses passages from the AA Big Book ("Alcoholics Anonymous"), the foundational text of the program.
- Beginners / Newcomer Meeting — Designed for people new to AA. Extra welcoming, with explanations of how meetings work.
- Meditation Meeting — Includes guided meditation as part of the session. Quieter and more reflective.
Open vs Closed AA Meetings
Open AA meetings welcome anyone — family, friends, students, health professionals, and people who are curious about recovery. If you're not sure whether you have a drinking problem, an open meeting is the right place to start.
Closed AA meetings are for people who have a desire to stop drinking. These tend to be more personal, with members sharing openly about their struggles with alcohol.
The Only Requirement for AA Membership
AA's Third Tradition states: "The only requirement for AA membership is a desire to stop drinking." You don't need to be diagnosed, referred, or sober. You don't need to identify as an alcoholic. If you think your relationship with alcohol might be a problem, you belong.
24/7 Online AA Meetings
Several AA groups run continuous Zoom rooms, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. If you're looking for AA Zoom meetings 24/7, these always-on rooms mean there is genuinely an AA meeting available at any hour, anywhere in the world. If you need to talk to someone who understands at 3am, there is a room open right now. You can find 24/7 online AA meetings in the live board above — they run around the clock and welcome anyone at any time.
Tips for Getting the Most from Online AA Meetings
- Try different meetings. Every AA group has its own personality. It's normal to attend several before finding one that feels right.
- Attend regularly. Consistency matters more than finding the "perfect" meeting. Most AA members attend several times per week.
- Try meetings in different countries. Online AA is borderless. You'll hear different perspectives and connect with people from different walks of life.
- Stay after the meeting. Many AA Zoom meetings have an informal chat after the official session ends. This is where connections and sponsorship relationships often begin.
- Get a sponsor. A sponsor is an AA member who guides you through the steps. Many sponsorship relationships now happen entirely online.
- Bookmark this page. When you need AA meetings right now, you want one click — not a search. Save this page so you always have AA Zoom meetings now at your fingertips.
- Don't compare your story. Listen for the similarities, not the differences. Every AA member's path is unique.
Frequently Asked Questions About Online AA Meetings
How do I join an online AA meeting on Zoom?
Click any 'Join Meeting' link on this page. It opens Zoom directly: you do not need a Zoom account. Your camera is off by default. Use any first name or pseudonym. Meetings are free and no registration is needed.
Are online AA meetings available 24 hours a day?
Yes. Several AA groups run continuous 24/7 Zoom rooms that never close. Combined with scheduled meetings across every timezone worldwide, there is always an AA meeting available no matter what time it is or where you are.
What is the difference between an open and closed AA meeting?
Open AA meetings welcome anyone: family, friends, students, and people who are curious about recovery. Closed meetings are for people who have a desire to stop drinking. If you are unsure whether AA is right for you, attend an open meeting first.
Do I need to turn my camera on for an online AA meeting?
No. Camera use is always optional in online AA meetings. Many regular members keep their camera off. Nobody will ask you to turn it on. You can also mute your microphone and simply listen.
What happens at an online AA meeting?
A typical AA meeting lasts about 60 minutes. Someone chairs the meeting, the AA Preamble is read, and members share their experience with alcohol and recovery. Common formats include discussion meetings, speaker meetings where one person tells their story, step study meetings, and Big Book reading meetings.
Can I join an AA Zoom meeting from another country?
Absolutely. Online AA meetings are borderless. You can join a meeting hosted in New York from Melbourne, or attend a London group from Toronto. Many people find that attending meetings in different countries gives them fresh perspectives on sobriety.
Do online AA meetings require a password?
Some do, some don't. Where a meeting requires a Zoom password, we display it directly on the meeting card so you have it before you click. If no password is shown, the meeting is open-access.
Is AA only for severe alcoholics?
No. The only requirement for AA membership is a desire to stop drinking. Many AA members questioned whether they belonged when they first attended. AA is for anyone who thinks their relationship with alcohol might be a problem: you do not need to hit rock bottom.
Are online AA meetings free?
Yes. All AA meetings: online and in-person: are completely free. AA has no membership fees. A voluntary collection may be passed during the meeting, but contributing is entirely optional and not expected from newcomers.
Can I get proof of attendance for court-ordered AA meetings online?
Some online AA meetings offer attendance verification for court or probation requirements. Look for meetings tagged with proof of attendance, or contact the meeting secretary directly via the meeting details.
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Meeting data sourced from official AA registries across 6 countries. Updated weekly. Last verified: 2026-08-02.