Utilities
Webcam Tester
Verify video inputs, frame rates, resolutions, and test screenshot captures. Fully offline and secure inside your browser.
What is Webcam Tester?
The Webcam Tester checks if your camera is working. Inspect video resolutions, frames-per-second, and camera quality.
How Does Webcam Tester Work?
It requests camera access using navigator.mediaDevices.getUserMedia and displays the live feed on a local video element in the browser.
How to Use Webcam Tester — Step by Step
- Click 'Start Test' and grant camera access permissions.
- Review the live camera feed and details (resolution, framerate).
- Click 'Stop Test' to release camera access.
Key Benefits
- Dynamic Video Check: Verifies live video feeds and resolutions.
- Hardware Info: Shows camera name and framerate specs.
- Local Security: Camera streams are processed locally and are never saved.
Who Uses Webcam Tester?
- Meeting Prep: Test your camera before joining Zoom or Teams calls.
- Hardware Diagnosis: Check if an external webcam is connected and working correctly.
Tips & Best Practices
- Select the correct video input device if you have multiple cameras connected.
- Ensure that camera permissions are not blocked in your system's privacy settings.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Denying browser camera access permissions.
- Testing in low-light rooms, which distorts video quality.
Webcam Tester — Frequently Asked Questions
No. All webcam feeds are processed locally in your browser and are never uploaded.
Ensure the webcam is plugged in, selected in the browser address bar settings, and not blocked by operating system privacy controls.