Turning off your camera during a WhatsApp video call can help maintain your privacy while still being connected through audio. This simple guide will walk you through each step necessary to disable your camera during a WhatsApp video call.
How to Turn Off the Camera in a WhatsApp Video Call
- First, open the WhatsApp application on your phone.
- Once the app is open, you will see your chat list. Select any chat from the list to open.
- On the chat page, locate the video icon at the top of the screen and tap on it to initiate a video call.
- After the call is connected, look for the video icon located on the bottom panel of the call screen.
- Tap the video icon to disable your camera. This action will turn off your camera for the call.
- Now, the person you’re on a video call with will not be able to see you, but you can still see them unless they choose to disable their camera as well.
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