Webcam and Microphone Test
Test your webcam and microphone online in one step. See your live camera, check resolution and frame rate, watch your mic level, and record a short clip with sound. No download or sign-up.
- Camera + mic together
- Nothing is uploaded
- Resolution & FPS
Test your webcam and mic
Video and audio are processed in your browser and never uploaded. Privacy policy.
How to test your webcam and microphone online
A webcam and mic test takes about 30 seconds. Use the same camera, microphone and lighting you plan to use on your next call so the result reflects real conditions.
Connect and choose your webcam
Plug in a USB webcam or use your laptop’s built-in camera. If you have more than one camera or microphone, choose it from the lists — names appear after you allow access once.
Start the webcam and mic test
Press Start webcam test and allow both camera and microphone access in the browser prompt. Your live video appears in the preview, mirrored like a mirror by default.
Check picture, resolution and frame rate
Look at sharpness, colour and lighting. The overlay shows the resolution and frame rate your browser receives from the camera, for example 1280×720 at 30 fps.
Speak and watch the microphone meter
Talk at a normal volume. The green bar should move with your voice. If it stays flat, the wrong microphone is selected or the mic is muted.
Record a 10-second clip and play it back
Record a short clip with sound and watch it back. This is the best way to check that video and audio work together, exactly as others would see and hear you on a call.
What this webcam and mic test checks
One page answers the two questions that matter before a video call: can people see me, and can they hear me?
Live camera preview
Confirms that the browser can open your webcam and shows a real-time picture so you can check framing, focus, lighting and colour.
Resolution and frame rate
Shows the video resolution and frames per second reported by the camera track, such as 640×480, 1280×720 (HD) or 1920×1080 (Full HD).
Webcam microphone level
A live input meter shows whether your webcam mic, headset or USB microphone is picking up your voice while the camera runs.
Video and audio recording
Record a 10-second clip with sound, play it back and download it to confirm that picture and audio stay in sync.
Snapshot
Take a still photo from the camera at full resolution to inspect sharpness or save it to your device.
Private by design
Video and audio stay in your browser. The webcam test does not upload, store or share your camera feed or recordings.
Limits: resolution and frame rate are the values reported by the browser, not a certified camera benchmark. The microphone meter shows relative input, not calibrated decibels. Frame rate can drop in low light.
Webcam not working? Try these fixes
Most webcam problems come from permissions, another app holding the camera, or the wrong device being selected — not a broken camera.
The browser blocked the camera
Click the camera icon beside the address bar and allow camera and microphone access, then reload the page. On Windows, also check Settings → Privacy & security → Camera; on Mac, System Settings → Privacy & Security → Camera.
Another app is using the webcam
Most webcams work in only one app at a time. Close Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype, OBS, Discord or another browser tab using the camera, then start the test again.
Black screen or no picture
Check for a physical privacy shutter or a camera on/off key on your keyboard. Unplug and reconnect a USB webcam, try another USB port, and make sure the correct camera is selected.
The picture is dark, blurry or grainy
Face a window or lamp so light falls on your face, clean the lens, and avoid a bright window behind you. Low light forces the camera to lower its frame rate and add noise.
The microphone meter does not move
Choose the right microphone from the list. A webcam mic, headset mic and laptop mic are separate inputs. Check mute switches and your system input volume.
The camera does not appear in the list
Reconnect the camera, then reload this page. In Windows Device Manager or Mac System Information, check that the camera is detected. Update the camera driver if needed.
Webcam mic test: is your camera’s microphone working?
Many webcams have a built-in microphone, but your computer may still use the laptop mic or a headset by default. To test the webcam microphone, start the test, open the microphone list and choose the entry with your webcam’s name, then speak and watch the meter.
Record a short clip and play it back. A webcam mic is usually further from your mouth than a headset, so it picks up more room echo and keyboard noise. If you sound distant, move closer or switch to a headset.
For a longer audio-only check with live monitoring and audio download, use the online microphone test. To check that you can hear others, run the speaker and headphone test.
Test your webcam on any device
- Windows 10 and 11: Open Settings → Privacy & security → Camera and turn on camera access for desktop apps and your browser. The Windows Camera app is a quick second check if the browser cannot open the webcam.
- Mac: Allow your browser in System Settings → Privacy & Security → Camera and Microphone. Quit and reopen the browser after changing the permission.
- Chromebook: Allow camera and microphone for this site from the address bar. If an external webcam is not listed, reconnect it and check the Camera app.
- Android, iPhone and iPad: Use a current browser and allow camera and microphone access when prompted. Phones usually offer the front and back cameras as separate choices in the camera list.
Your camera feed stays on your device
The webcam test uses standard browser APIs to show your camera and measure your microphone locally. No video, audio or snapshot is sent to our server. Camera access starts only when you press Start, and Stop camera turns the camera light off immediately.
Clips and snapshots exist only in this tab until you download them. Closing or refreshing the page removes them.
Before your next video call
- Place the camera at eye level and sit about an arm’s length away.
- Put the main light in front of you, not behind you.
- Select the same camera and microphone inside Zoom, Teams, Google Meet or Discord.
- Use headphones to stop your speakers from echoing into the microphone.
- Record a test clip and listen for clear speech before you join.
Webcam and mic test: frequently asked questions
How do I test my webcam and microphone at the same time?
Press Start webcam test and allow camera and microphone access. The preview shows your webcam and the meter shows your microphone level together. Record a 10-second clip and play it back to hear and see both.
Is this webcam test free and private?
Yes. The test is free, needs no sign-up or download, and runs entirely in your browser. Your camera feed and recordings are not uploaded to any server.
How do I test my webcam microphone?
Start the test and choose your webcam’s microphone in the microphone list — it usually carries the camera’s name. Speak and watch the meter, then record a clip to hear how it sounds.
What resolution is my webcam?
After the camera starts, the overlay shows the resolution and frame rate your browser receives, such as 1280×720 at 30 fps. The tester asks for up to 1920×1080; your camera, cable and browser decide the final value.
Why does my webcam image look mirrored?
Previews are mirrored by default so movement feels natural, like a mirror. Other people on a call usually see you un-mirrored. Use the Mirror button to switch views.
Why does my webcam work here but not in Zoom or Teams?
Each app has its own camera and microphone selection. Open the app’s video and audio settings and select the same devices you tested here, and close other apps that may be holding the camera.
Can I test an external USB webcam or a phone camera?
Yes. Any camera your operating system exposes to the browser appears in the camera list, including USB webcams, built-in laptop cameras, capture cards and phone front or back cameras.
More help: how to test your microphone, set up a microphone on PC or Mac, or the troubleshooting FAQ.
Check your camera and mic before you go live
Run the free webcam and microphone test, record a short clip, and join your next call knowing people can see and hear you.
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