Firefox Hello - video and voice conversations online
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- Revision id: 73858
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- Creator: Joni
- Comment: updated this article for Beta
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- Reviewed by: heyjoni
- Is approved? Yes
- Is current revision? No
- Ready for localization: Yes
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- Readied for localization by: user917725
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The WebRTC feature allows you to make video calls directly from Firefox - no downloads or account signups needed! Grab a friend and help us improve Firefox WebRTC by participating in this experiment. All you'll need is a microphone, a webcam (optional if you'd like audio calls only), and Firefox Beta.
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Invite someone to talk
- Launch Firefox Beta.
- Click on the chat bubble on the toolbar or menu panel to generate a link.
- Use the built-in controls to email the link to a friend, or copy and send it through your favorite text messenger.
- When your friend visits the link and starts a call, you'll see a call notification:
- Click to accept the call.
- Use the privacy controls to mute your microphone or turn off your camera as needed.
- To end the call, click .
Controlling notifications: If you're not ready to receive a call, click on the status menu at the bottom of the window and set it to
to stop all call notifications.
I received an invitation. How do I initiate a call?
- Click on the link and press to initiate a call.
- Click to allow Firefox to access your microphone and webcam (if available) for the call.
- When your friend accepts the call, you'll be able to see and hear each other.
- Use the privacy controls to mute your microphone or turn off your camera as needed.
- To end the call, click .
Help! I don't see the WebRTC icon.
If you don't see the WebRTC icon, simply drag it out of the Customize menu panel to a spot that's convenient for you.
- Click on the menu button The image "new fx menu" does not exist. on the top right corner of the browser.
- Click
- Drag the phone icon from the customization panel to your toolbar or menu.
- Click to finish.
Thank you for helping us test this feature. Your participation helps us improve Firefox.