How to Fix Windows 11 Webcam Not Detected

If Windows 11 cannot detect your webcam, the camera may be disabled, blocked by privacy settings, or missing the correct driver.

Method 1: Check camera privacy settings

Open Settings > Privacy & security > Camera. Turn on camera access and allow your apps to access the camera.

Method 2: Check Device Manager

Open Device Manager and look under Cameras or Imaging devices. Enable the camera if it is disabled.

Method 3: Test the Camera app

Open the Windows Camera app and check whether the webcam works there. Close other applications that may already be using it.

Method 4: Update or reinstall the driver

Use Device Manager to update the camera driver. If necessary, reinstall it or download the correct driver from the device manufacturer’s official website.

Method 5: Restart Windows

Restart the computer and test the webcam again.

Final tip

If an external webcam is still not detected, try another USB port and test the webcam on another computer.