Windows 10: Use a webcan as a security camera

Discus and support Use a webcan as a security camera in Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware to solve the problem; Hello everybody,I would like to know if it is possible to use my webcam as a security camera. I have found many tutorials on the web, but all of them... Discussion in 'Windows 10 Drivers and Hardware' started by Lily_3013, Sep 12, 2021.

  1. Lily_3013 Win User

    Use a webcan as a security camera


    Hello everybody,I would like to know if it is possible to use my webcam as a security camera. I have found many tutorials on the web, but all of them ask to download different softwares. I don't know any of these softwares and don't feel confortable to give access to my my webcam to one of them. I awould be more confortable with a software secured by Microsoft or another trusted company that you may know.Could you please help ???Thanks a lot

    :)
     
    Lily_3013, Sep 12, 2021
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  2. devsmith Win User

    Security - IP Camera setup - webcam over yard

    Security cameras are the best choice for security. I have also installed it at my home and offices.

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    devsmith, Sep 12, 2021
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  3. Laptop Camera

    Thanks for updating us on the results of the troubleshooting steps that you have completed. Since the built-in webcam is still not working correctly and the same error code 0xA00F4244 (0xC00DABED) is still appearing, we suggest that we check the camera privacy
    settings to see if the camera access is turned on. Kindly follow the steps below to check the camera privacy settings:

    • Press the Windows key + I to open the Settings app.
    • Near the top of the Settings app window is the search box, kindly type the word "webcam" or "camera".
    • From the list of results choose Camera privacy settings.
    • Make sure that "Let apps use my camera" toggle is set to On.

    We look forward to your response once you complete the steps.
     
    Jordan Dom, Sep 12, 2021
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  4. Arun B J Win User

    Use a webcan as a security camera

    Inspiron 3521 camera grainy and lighting is bad

    Hi,



    Thank you for posting your query in Microsoft Community.



    I understand your concern and will assist you to resolve this issue.


    • Are you able to use Camera app?

    • Have you installed all the pending updates?

    • Have you installed any third party application recently?
    Step 1: I would suggest you to open Camera app and check if you are able to access the webcam or not.


    • Type camera app in search bar and you will be able to open camera app.

    Step 2: I suggest you to install the latest available web-cam software from the manufacture web site and check if it helps.

    Step 3: I suggest you to check for the latest updates.


    • Press Windows logo key +R, enter
      MS-settings:
      and then press OK. This opens Settings.

    • In Settings, go to Update & security >
      Windows Update, and then select Check for updates. Install any available updates and restart your PC if required.
    And also refer the link below and check if it helps.

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-us/windows-10/camera-privacy-faq

    http://windows.microsoft.com/en-US/windows-8/camera-app-faq



    Keep us posted on this issue so that we can assist you better.
     
    Arun B J, Sep 12, 2021
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