If the camera is working, but you cannot access it from a specific application, you revise the privacy settings. On Windows 10, the system can automatically limit apps (such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Skype) access to the microphone and camera to help you protect your privacy and improve security. How to allow apps access to camera using Privacy settings If the camera no longer works, or you are ready for an upgrade, we recommended the Logitech BRIO webcam because of its 4K resolution and HDR support, as well as for its compatibility for Windows Hello authentication on Windows 10. If the camera is still not working, try connecting it to another device to confirm that it is not a hardware problem.

Or try to connect the camera directly to the device if you are using a USB hub. If possible, you can also try a different USB port to confirm it is not a problem with the port. Once you complete the steps, if the camera is not listed, disconnect it, restart the computer, connect the camera again, and follow the above steps one more time. (Optional) If the camera is not available, click on Actions from the top menu.Ĭlick the Scan for hardware changes option.Expand the Imaging devices, Cameras or the Sound, video, and game controllers branch.Ĭheck the camera appears in the list to confirm that Windows 10 is detecting it.Search for Device Manager, and click the top result to open the app.To confirm the peripheral is getting detected, connect the camera to the device (if applicable) and use these steps: How to fix camera detection on Windows 10 How to fix apps camera access using antivirus*.

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