microphone access

Microphone access can be blocked by a physical mute control, the operating system, the individual app, or the website in a browser. Start with the hardware check, then enable the permission layer that applies to the device you are using. Check the microphone is not muted Before changing software...

To enable your microphone on any device in 2026, first allow microphone access in the operating system, then select the correct input device, and finally permit the app or website that needs it. The instructions below cover Windows 11 and Windows 10, current macOS, iPhone and iPad, Android 12 or...