Microphone help
Browser microphone permission guide
Random voice chat needs microphone permission because browsers block audio input until you explicitly allow it.
Why permission is required
Modern browsers protect microphone access. A website cannot hear your microphone until the browser shows a permission prompt and you allow access for that site.
Common fixes
If microphone access fails, check the browser permission icon near the address bar, system privacy settings, headset mute controls, and the selected input device.
On mobile, browser-level microphone permission can be separate from site-level permission. You may need to check both.
Before joining a call
Use the microphone test page to confirm that your browser can see input. Then use the WebRTC test page if calls still fail after microphone permission is working.
FAQ
Why did my browser block the microphone?
You may have denied the site, blocked microphone access globally, selected the wrong input device, or used a browser mode that limits permissions.
Can I change microphone permission later?
Yes. Most browsers let you change site permissions from the address bar or settings.
Does microphone permission mean the site records me?
No. Permission allows audio input for the call, but the project direction is no default audio recording.