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Firefox camera access causes the webcam to stop working system-wide until reboot

I am using Windows 11 (Version 23H2, fully updated) and a Logitech C920 USB webcam. Before testing in Firefox, the camera works perfectly in Chrome, including Google Meet… (read more)

I am using Windows 11 (Version 23H2, fully updated) and a Logitech C920 USB webcam. Before testing in Firefox, the camera works perfectly in Chrome, including Google Meet, as well as in the Windows Camera app. When Firefox is opened but does not access the camera, everything works normally in the system. When I allow Firefox to access the camera on a website requesting permission, the webcam initially shows a working preview inside Firefox. But, after the preview, the camera stops working in Firefox and shows a message asking me to allow devices again, even though permission has already been granted. After I test the camera in Firefox and then close it, the webcam stops working system-wide. Chrome then reports that the camera is in use or unavailable, and the Windows Camera app also stops working until a reboot. In addition, when this issue occurs, the Windows Settings page Privacy & Security → Camera loads continuously without finishing anything, but the contents are visible and clickable while it keeps loading. I have to reboot the computer to restore normal camera functionality. I wanted to use Firefox as my only browser, but this situation stops me from doing so.

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validation géolocalisation sur pc portable

Suite à une ré initialisation de W11 pour cause de bug de mon pc j'ai activer,sans savoir les conséquences qu'il en ressortir de cette validation, la géolocalisation su… (read more)

Suite à une ré initialisation de W11 pour cause de bug de mon pc j'ai activer,sans savoir les conséquences qu'il en ressortir de cette validation, la géolocalisation sur mon navigateur firefox de mon pc en renseignant ma ville , action que je n'ai jamais faite auparavant Je me suis connecté sur mon compte FB et j'ai eu une fenêtre qui s'est affichée me disant que j'ai été géolocaliser sur un site avec un lien sur les animaux Trouvant cela bizarre j'ai cliqué ,non pas sur les 3 petits points verticaux mais sur la croix sensée être une annulation Suite à cette action plein de fenêtre se sont ouvert comme pour un piratage et avec message vocal comme quoi j'étais géolocalise sur site peu recommandable (Pédophile) j'ai éteint ,dans la seconde mon pc et je l'ai rallumé quelques instant après en me reconnectant sur mon compte FB avec tjrs cette fenêtre De là j'ai re éteint mon pc et suis aller porte une main courante hier le 6/07/26 à la gendarmerie la plus proche En rentrant de la gendarmerie et vérification FB plus de fenêtre indélicate , j'ai re initialiser mon pc avec changement de MP FB Je n'avais jamais eu de problème de ce genre sur FB et c'est aujourd'hui le 7/07/26 que j'ai constaté que FIREFOX me proposez de faire la géolocalisation de mon pc .Chose que je n'ai pas faite voilà les faits Question est-il dangereux de valider un choix proposé par FIRFOX Merci de votre aide Cdt Hubert Saule titulaire d'un compte MOZILLA Utilisateur de FIREFOX depuis plusieurs années

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Trapped in Cupertino: Firefox permanently locks macOS virtual background (Apple Park Rainbow)

Hello Mozilla Team, I am facing a glitch that is as hilarious as it is frustrating. Firefox has decided that my professional life must permanently take place under a mass… (read more)

Hello Mozilla Team,

I am facing a glitch that is as hilarious as it is frustrating. Firefox has decided that my professional life must permanently take place under a massive, virtual Apple Park Rainbow. And I cannot turn it off.

The Tragic Backstory: This is the system-level macOS camera background. Usually, you disable it via the green camera icon ("pill") in the macOS menu bar. However, the moment Firefox accesses my FaceTime HD camera, the macOS camera menu completely freezes. It becomes unclickable.

What I’ve tried so far (and failed):

   Google Meet says "No effects applied". It has no idea the rainbow is even there.
   I used "Refresh Firefox" to completely wipe my profile. The rainbow survived.
   I forcefully revoked camera permissions via Terminal (tccutil reset Camera org.mozilla.firefox). Upon granting permission again, the rainbow immediately returned from the dead.
   Restarted the Mac multiple times. No change.
   Even opening the native FaceTime app to override the toggle failed, because Firefox seems to have locked the video pipeline down.

It seems Firefox is caching or hard-locking the macOS video effect stream and won't release it, while simultaneously breaking the OS-level menu bar toggle.

I love rainbows, but my clients during business calls are starting to wonder about my sanity. How do I force Firefox to drop this video stream and let me return to reality?

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screen recording disabled

is there any way to disable the screen recording ban? my job really needs me to be able to access clips of videos so downloading the whole video is not an option, but rec… (read more)

is there any way to disable the screen recording ban? my job really needs me to be able to access clips of videos so downloading the whole video is not an option, but recently it seems firefox banned that. is there any fix or do i need to switch browsers?

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How do i use my inst360 virtual webcam with firefox

I have an insta 360 webcam with Virtual Camera enabled. Is there a setting for Firefox where I can select from a list of available webcams (cameras)? I am suspecting it i… (read more)

I have an insta 360 webcam with Virtual Camera enabled. Is there a setting for Firefox where I can select from a list of available webcams (cameras)? I am suspecting it is trying to use either the integrated laptop camera or the Insta360 without using the Virtual software.

Thanks in advance for your help

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microphone not working for EF class attendance

please support me to function my microphone and camera to conect with https://evc.ef.com/evc15/meeting/tools/studenttechcheck#cst=2026-05-30T16:00:00.000Z;host=learn.corp… (read more)

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Why are websites are receiving my location data before I am given the option to block them from doing so?

When I am using the Private Browsing feature of Firefox, and I search for something like a restaurant menu from Google, the browser is able to receive my location data an… (read more)

When I am using the Private Browsing feature of Firefox, and I search for something like a restaurant menu from Google, the browser is able to receive my location data and use it for the search query before Firefox shows the pop-up asking if Google can receive my location data. I'll note that I don't include my location in my initial query, just something like "[restaurant name] menu." I'm not sure if this is an issue with Firefox or whether Google itself is having this issue, but I'd like to avoid having my location data automatically given before I get the chance to object to it. My main two questions are:

  • Why does this happen?
  • Is there anything I can do on my end to prevent it?

Thank you for your time.

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My camera and microphone are not working in Firefox.

I am trying to complete an online video interview, but Firefox is not allowing the website to use my camera and microphone. I have checked the website permissions, but th… (read more)

I am trying to complete an online video interview, but Firefox is not allowing the website to use my camera and microphone. I have checked the website permissions, but the camera and microphone are still not working. Please help me enable camera and microphone access in Firefox.

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How do I enable the microphone for Chat GPT?

After downloading the latest OS on my IMac, I can no longer use the microphone on Chat GPT to dictate anything. I keep getting red "enable microphone" messages. In my Fir… (read more)

After downloading the latest OS on my IMac, I can no longer use the microphone on Chat GPT to dictate anything. I keep getting red "enable microphone" messages. In my Firefox settings, the microphone is already "allowed" for Chat GPT. I would like to be able to dictate, rather than type, like I was able to before. Thank you.

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I inadvertantly downloaded a browser extension and I'm concerned about my computer's security.

I needed access to an ftp server. I went to Cyberduck and thought I was downloading its software. Instead, I apparently clicked on an ad from that site instead. In the pr… (read more)

I needed access to an ftp server. I went to Cyberduck and thought I was downloading its software. Instead, I apparently clicked on an ad from that site instead. In the process, I had this bogus browser extension right next to my Facebook Container. ... I deleted it, but I'm still concerned about what I may have done/permissions I may have granted.

Please help!

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trying to talk to ai chatbox but microphone won't work

i can't use the microphone in the AI chatbox. i have been to several sett tings in different places and none have the option to allow it'. I clicked on every gear icon an… (read more)

i can't use the microphone in the AI chatbox. i have been to several sett tings in different places and none have the option to allow it'. I clicked on every gear icon and setting link (and AI chat link) i could find in the firefox browser

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открываются настройки и просьба о моей геопозиции без кнопки "больше не показывать"

каждый раз как я вписываю что то в строку мне высвечивается вот эта хуйня и открываются каждый раз настройки,это случилось после вашего последнего обновления ,я не собира… (read more)

каждый раз как я вписываю что то в строку мне высвечивается вот эта хуйня и открываются каждый раз настройки,это случилось после вашего последнего обновления ,я не собираюсь давать данные о геопозиции. Как отключить это чтоб больше не высвечивалось?

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Firefox won't let me use passkey option again.

I tried logging into my account on a website. I decided to click on the passkey option to log in. Firefox had ask to access my passkeys and I mistakenly declined. But the… (read more)

I tried logging into my account on a website. I decided to click on the passkey option to log in. Firefox had ask to access my passkeys and I mistakenly declined. But the pop-up doesn't happen again. It goes straight to "authentication failed" without trying to ask me again to access the passkeys. I don't see any setting for this in the settings page.

How do I change the permission to let Firefox access my passkeys? Or how do I make Firefox and Windows ask for my permission again?u I'd like to not have to reinstall Firefox if I could.

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my mozila gmail account

i have my mozila account [edited] @gmail.com password= [edited] 2nd time= [edited] and no= [edited] How can I give you the Gmail code you sent me if the male box is not … (read more)

i have my mozila account [edited] @gmail.com password= [edited] 2nd time= [edited] and no= [edited] How can I give you the Gmail code you sent me if the male box is not open?

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Google Meet Audio and Video settings using Firefox - not working

I recently was unable to have my audio and video function while in an invited Google Meet meeting. I use a Mac OS, Sequoia 15.3.2 (24D81), Firefox 137.0.1 (64-bit), and l… (read more)

I recently was unable to have my audio and video function while in an invited Google Meet meeting. I use a Mac OS, Sequoia 15.3.2 (24D81), Firefox 137.0.1 (64-bit), and latest Google Meet.

I use Firefox's "Strict" privacy settings and could use some instructions on how to allow Google Meets to function properly on Firefox. For example, I have turned on the browser window toggles to allow the site special permissions - but still cannot get the Meet Audio and Video settings at the bottom to toggle on (see screenshots), the message is a grayed-out "permission needed". I cannot figure out where the permission needed is located...Is this a Firefox, Google Meet or somehow my Mac. Sending this to Google as well.

Thank you

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