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Test your Webcam in Minutes

Test your camera before any virtual event with our webcam test tools.

Having trouble activating your camera?

Embed the webcam test on your website

Click 'Allow' when you see a prompt in the browser

Your privacy is important to us.

Your webcam test is NOT being recorded and only you can see your webcam.

How to test your webcam?

Start the test
1

Click the 'Start the test' button.

Allow the test
2

Click 'Allow' when you see the pop-up in your browser.

View Webcam
3

Now you should see your webcam's view. Review image quality, lighting and more.

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Why is My Webcam Not Working?

Before testing your webcam, understanding why it might not be functioning is helpful. A common issue is the camera's permission settings within your browser or the operating system.

Often, users inadvertently deny a website the ability to use their camera, resulting in performance issues. Follow the steps below to permit to access the camera.

Other reasons why your webcam might not be working:

  • Firewalls and corporate networks
  • Your browser blocking your camera inputs

How to Grant Your Browser Permission to Access the Camera?

Google Chrome

  • Go to the page that requires your permission to access your camera
  • A pop-up should appear near the navigation bar 
  • Click 'Allow'
  • Refresh the page to enable the camera on that site.

Here’s also how to give permission manually:

  • On the navigation bar click on the icon before the URL
  • Select 'Settings of websites'
  • You will be redirected to the support of Google select 'Camera' and choose 'Allow'

Safari

  1. In the Safari app on your Mac, choose Safari > Preferences, then click 'Websites'.
  2. Select 'Camera' on the left.
  3. To the right of the website name, find the Camera dropdown menu.
    Select one of the following:
  • Ask: Safari prompts you when a website requests to use the camera.
  • Deny: The website cannot access the camera.
  • Allow: The website can access the camera.

4. Close the preferences window to save the changes.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How to Test Your Laptop Webcam?

  • Open the camera app or use a third-party webcam software to take a photo or record a video.
  • Check the image quality, focus, and color balance to ensure your camera is operating at its best.

Learn more about how to test your camera in our dedicated article.

How to Test Your Webcam on Mac?

Livestorm's webcam testing tool is compatible with Mac. Simply follow the instructions below:

  • Step 1: Click the 'Start the test' button 
  • Step 2: Click 'Allow' when you see the pop-up in your browser
  • Step 3: Now you should see your webcam's view. Review image quality, lighting and more

If you do not wish to use our tool, here is another way to test your webcam on your Mac:

  • Open the Finder and go to Applications.
  • Look for a camera app, typically called Photo Booth.
  • If you don't find it in Applications, look for it in Launchpad.
  • Open Photo Booth and click the camera icon to capture a photo or start a video recording to ensure your webcam is working.

How to Test Your Webcam on Windows 10?

Livestorm's webcam testing tool is compatible with Windows 10. Simply follow the instructions below:

  • Step 1: Click the 'Start the Test' button 
  • Step 2 Click 'Allow' when you see the pop-up in your browser
  • Step 3 Now you should see your webcam's view. Review image quality, lighting and more

If you do not wish to use our tool, here is another way to test your webcam on Windows 10:

  • Open the Camera app from the Start menu.
  • Click the camera icon to take a picture or make a video to test the functionality of your webcam.
  • Adjust the settings if needed by going to 'Change camera' settings in the app or control panel.

How to Test a Logitech Webcam?

Livestorm's webcam testing tool is compatible with Logitech Webcam. Simply follow the instructions below:

  • Step 1: Click the 'Start the test' button
  • Step 2: Click 'Allow' when you see the pop-up in your browser
  • Step 3: Now you should see your webcam's view. Review image quality, lighting and more

If you do not wish to use our tool, here is another way to test your Logitech webcam:

  • Log into the Logitech website and download the Logitech Camera Settings app for your specific webcam model.
  • Launch the app and follow the on-screen instructions to test the camera's settings, such as focusing and brightness.
  • Attempt a video call on your preferred platform and use the camera settings to ensure image clarity and framing.