My camera isn't working in Microsoft Teams

If you're having trouble with the camera in Microsoft Teams, we have some suggestions to help you get back on track.

Check if your camera is in use

To make sure you can use your camera in Teams:

• Close all other apps that might be using your camera (like Skype or FaceTime).
• If you’re using an external camera, try unplugging it and plugging it back in.
• Try restarting your device.
• Contact support from your device's manufacturer in case it's a hardware issue.

Check for updates

Make sure you have the latest Windows update or Mac OS update and Teams app version installed. 

Check for updates in Teams to make sure you're running the latest version.

Make a test call

To double-check whether your camera is working, make a test call in Teams.

To make a test call:

1. Select Settings and more  at the top-right of Teams.
2. Select Settings > Devices .
3. Under Audio Settings, select Make a test call .

In a test call, you'll see how your mic, speaker, and camera are working. Follow the instructions from Test Call Bot and record a short message. The message will play back for you. After that, you'll get a summary of the test call, and you can go to your device settings to make changes.

Troubleshooting for Windows

If you are still having trouble with your camera, here are some more solutions to try.

For more help, see Camera doesn't work in Windows.

Check your Teams mobile app permissions

You might need to change permissions on your mobile device.

To change permissions on your Windows device:

1. Open the Settings app on your device.

2. Select Privacy & security > Camera.

   

3. Turn the Let apps access your camera toggle on.

   

4. Under Let apps access your camera, turn the Microsoft Teams (work or school) toggle on

   • If the toggle is already turned on, turn it off and back on again.

5. Close all apps and restart your device.

Check your drivers

When your camera isn't working in Windows 10 (or if you're using an external webcam), it might be a problem with your drivers. Go here  for step-by-step instructions for checking your Windows drivers.

Troubleshooting for Mac OS

If you are still having trouble with your camera, here is another solution to try.

Check your app permissions

You might need to change your device permissions.

To change permissions on your Mac OS device:

1. Open System Settings on your device.
2. Select Security & Privacy.
3. Under Privacy, select Camera.
4. Make sure the Microsoft Teams (work or school) is selected.
5. Close all apps and restart your device.

Troubleshooting for Teams on the web

If you're using Teams on the web, here is something you can do to make sure your camera is set up properly.

• Check your browser settings: You may need to “allow” your camera and/or microphone to work in Teams.
• Contact your IT admin: Some settings may be managed by your IT admin; contact them for more details.

Microsoft Edge

1. Select Settings and more   > Settings .

2. Select Cookies and site permissions.

3. Select Camera.

   1. Turn on the Ask before accessing (recommended) toggle.

      Note

      If this is turned off, access to your camera will be blocked on Edge.

Google Chrome

1. Open Settings.

2. Select Privacy and security > Site settings > Permissions.

3. Select Camera.

   1. At the top of this screen, make sure your correct device is selected from the dropdown menu.
   2. Under Default behavior, select Sites can ask to use your camera.

Safari

1. In Safari, open Preferences.
2. Select Websites.
3. In General, select Camera.
4. Next to When visiting other websites:, select Ask or Allow.

Contact Microsoft support

Still need help? Contact Microsoft support.