If you are experiencing the Google Meet camera failed error on a Windows computer, here are a few common reasons that can trigger this error: Insufficient permission to access the camera or the audio device, Temporary browser glitch conflicting with the service. Missing or outdated webcam drivers and other glitches.
While we were researching we ran into the question “Why can’t I see my camera on Google Meet?”.
If the problem persists, try one of the other fixes. It could be possible that the reason Google Meet could not access your camera despite having the permission to do so is that your browser does not have access to the camera itself. Open your Windows settings from the start menu, or by using the keyboard shortcut Windows + i.
How to disable Camera Access for Google Meet on Windows 10?
Click the Settings and More icon (three dots) and open Settings. In the Settings page, open the Cookies and site permission tab from the left pane. On the right pane, scroll down to All Permissions. Click on Camera. Here you should see the camera access for Google Meet URL is blocked. Click on Delete ( Trash icon).
It could be possible that the reason Google Meet could not access your camera despite having the permission to do so is that your browser does not have access to the camera itself. Open your Windows settings from the start menu, or by using the keyboard shortcut Windows + i.
Why won’t my camera work with Windows apps?
The camera worked with windows apps, but not with any browsers, Google Meet, or Zoom. I solved this in the privacy settings. Go to windows permissions for the camera and make sure to “Allow apps to access your camera” (for windows applications) AND “Allow desktop apps to access your camera”.