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Camera Recorder — Webcam Video Capture

Free online camera recorder. Record video from your webcam with optional audio, pause/resume, and download as WebM. No sign-up, runs in your browser.

Free to use No sign-up Runs in your browser

Tool workspace

Click \"Start Camera\" to begin

What Is the Camera Recorder Tool?

This camera recorder lets you capture video directly from your webcam in the browser using the MediaRecorder API. You can record with or without audio, pause and resume recording, and download the result as a WebM file. All processing happens locally — no video data is uploaded to any server.

How to Record Video

  1. 1Click Start Camera and grant camera access when prompted.
  2. 2Toggle Include Audio on or off before recording.
  3. 3Click Record to start capturing video. A timer shows elapsed time.
  4. 4Use Pause/Resume to temporarily stop recording.
  5. 5Click Stop to finish recording and preview the result.
  6. 6Click Download Recording to save the video as a .webm file.

Common Use Cases

Quick Screen Recordings

Record a quick video message or demo without installing any software.

Bug Report Videos

Capture yourself demonstrating a bug or issue for a development team.

Content Creation

Record quick webcam clips for social media or presentations.

Frequently asked questions

Is my video uploaded to any server?

No. All recording happens entirely in your browser using the MediaRecorder API. Video data never leaves your device.

What video format is used?

Videos are recorded in WebM format (VP9 codec when available). Most modern browsers and video players support WebM.

Can I choose which camera to use?

The tool uses the default front-facing camera. If you have multiple cameras, your browser may offer a selection in the permission prompt.