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Camera and Microphone Permission Troubleshooting

If a device does not start, check both the browser and operating-system settings in order.

Order to check

  1. Make sure the page is opened with HTTPS.
  2. Set the camera or microphone to "Allow" in the site settings in the address bar.
  3. Permit device use from the browser in the OS's privacy settings.
  4. Close any applications that are using your device, such as web conferencing apps.
  5. Select the input device you want to use and reload the page.

Common errors

After the test

Stopping the test also stops any media tracks the page is using. If the browser in use indicator doesn't go away, check to see if other tabs or applications are using your device.

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