How to Fix WhatsApp Camera Not Working on Windows
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Check WhatsApp Permissions
- Open the Windows Settings app by pressing
Windows + I
.
- Navigate to Privacy > Camera.
- Ensure WhatsApp is listed and allowed to access your camera.
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Update Your Camera Driver
- Right-click the Start button, then select Device Manager.
- Expand the 'Cameras', 'Imaging devices' or 'Sound, video and game controllers' section.
- Right-click your camera and select 'Update driver'.
- Choose 'Search automatically for updated driver software' and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Check WhatsApp's Camera Settings
- Open WhatsApp and tap the three dots in the top right corner.
- Select 'Settings' > 'Camera'.
- Make sure your camera is selected from the dropdown menu.
- Toggle the switch next to 'Camera' to enable it if it's disabled.
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Restart Your Computer
- Close all running applications.
- Restart your computer by going to Start > Power > Restart.
- Try using the camera with WhatsApp again after the restart.
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Reinstall WhatsApp
- Uninstall WhatsApp from the Control Panel or Settings app.
- Download the latest version of WhatsApp from the official website.
- Install WhatsApp and sign in with your account.
If you've followed all the steps and your camera is still not working with WhatsApp, consider seeking assistance from WhatsApp support or a professional technician.