Webcam Test
Guide & FAQYour browser asks for camera permission only after you press the button. The picture is shown on this page only; nothing is recorded or uploaded.
Camera options
The camera delivers the closest size it supports. The details below show what you actually get.
Camera details
- Status
- Start the test to see resolution, frame rate and more.
Guide: Webcam Test
How to check your webcam
Press Start camera test and allow access. Within a second you should see yourself, plus badges with the real resolution and the measured frames per second. If the picture is dark, add light in front of you; if it is blank, check the camera shutter and the selected camera.
Resolution and frame rate
- Choose a resolution to request: 640 x 480, HD 1280 x 720, Full HD 1920 x 1080 or 4K.
- The details panel shows the size you actually get, the aspect ratio and the maximum the camera reports.
- Around 30 fps is normal; low light often drops it to 15.
Mirror and snapshot
Tick Mirror the picture to see yourself as in a mirror. Take snapshot saves the current frame as a full-resolution PNG, which you can download from the thumbnail list.
Troubleshooting
Close other apps and tabs that use the camera, unplug and replug USB cameras, try another USB port, and make sure the browser has camera permission in your system settings. Everything stays on your device: nothing is recorded or sent.
FAQ
How do I test my webcam?
Press Start camera test and choose Allow in the browser prompt. Your live picture appears with its real resolution and measured frame rate. Use Take snapshot to save a still image.
Why does the browser block my camera?
You may have pressed Block earlier, or a system privacy setting forbids the browser from using the camera. Click the lock icon in the address bar, set Camera to Allow, and press Start again. On Windows and macOS also check Privacy settings for Camera.
Why is my resolution lower than what I asked for?
The tool asks for the size you choose, and the camera delivers the closest size it supports. Cheap or older cameras, USB 2 ports, low light and some video-call apps reduce resolution and frame rate. The details panel shows what you really get and the camera maximum when the browser reports it.
How is the frame rate measured?
The tool counts the video frames the browser actually delivers each second, so it shows real performance, which can be lower than the number the camera advertises, especially in dim light when cameras lengthen exposure.
Why is the picture mirrored?
Video calls usually mirror your own preview so it behaves like a mirror. Use the Mirror option to flip the preview and any snapshot. The real camera image is not mirrored.
Is any video recorded or uploaded?
No. The video is shown on the page and processed in your browser only. Snapshots stay on your device until you download them, and the camera is released when you press Stop or leave the page.