FAQ
TL;DR: 5+ users report Ome.tv on PC shows "Access denied." "Allow access to the camera." Enable Windows 10 camera privacy, then reload and grant the browser prompt. [Elektroda, Kolobos, post #19120622]
Why it matters: This FAQ helps PC users fix Ome.tv "Access denied" fast so matches can see and hear you.
Quick Facts
- Windows 10 path: Settings > Privacy > Camera > enable "Allow apps" and "Allow desktop apps" to prevent site errors. ["Turn on app permissions for your camera in Windows"]
- Web standard: getUserMedia requires user permission and secure origin (HTTPS) for camera/mic. ["MediaDevices.getUserMedia() - Web APIs | MDN"]
- Extensions matter: Ad blockers or VPNs can break camera requests; test Incognito and without VPN. [Elektroda, Kolobos, post #19121534]
- Clean profile tip: Firefox Portable isolates add-ons and settings to rule out profile issues. [Elektroda, Kolobos, post #19121224]
- Workaround noted: A phone-as-webcam app ("iRun webcam") worked for one user. [Elektroda, szalonyjerzy, post #19872379]
How do I fix Ome.tv "Access denied" on PC right now?
Start by isolating extensions and VPN, then re‑try permissions. How‑To:
- Open Ome.tv in an Incognito window.
- Disable VPN and all ad blockers.
- Reload and click Allow on the camera prompt.
If it starts working, remove or reconfigure the culprit extension or VPN. [Elektroda, Kolobos, post #19121534]
How do I enable Windows 10 camera permission for Ome.tv?
Open Settings > Privacy > Camera. Turn on "Allow apps to access your camera" and "Allow desktop apps to access your camera." Restart the browser and retry Ome.tv. "Turn on Allow apps to access your camera." Edge case: if "Allow desktop apps" is off, desktop browsers cannot use the webcam. ["Turn on app permissions for your camera in Windows"]
How can I test if my webcam and mic work outside Ome.tv?
Use an online webcam test (for example, onlinemictest.com/webcam-test) to verify video and audio. If it works there, your hardware and drivers are fine. That points to a site permission or extension issue on Ome.tv. [Elektroda, Kolobos, post #19121017]
Why does Ome.tv say participants won't see me?
That message means the browser did not get camera access. getUserMedia asks for permission, and Ome.tv needs your approval. If you deny it or Windows blocks it, video will not send. "prompts the user for permission to use a media input". ["MediaDevices.getUserMedia() - Web APIs | MDN"]
Could my IP be blocked by Ome.tv?
An IP ban usually stops matching or connecting, not camera permission. The thread clarifies this is a camera access message. Fix OS and browser permissions first. To rule out network issues, try mobile data or another network. [Elektroda, Kolobos, post #19120348]
Can browser extensions cause Ome.tv camera errors?
Yes. Content blockers and privacy add-ons can block the scripts that request camera access. "Adblock breaks something or another add-on." Test in Incognito, then disable extensions until video works. Keep VPN off during testing. [Elektroda, Kolobos, post #19121534]
How do I reset Ome.tv camera access in Chrome or Edge?
Open Ome.tv, click the padlock icon, and set Camera and Microphone to Allow. Then reload the page. You can also clear site settings from the padlock menu to trigger a fresh permission prompt. ["Use your camera & microphone - Chrome Help"]
Should I try Firefox Portable or a clean profile?
Yes. Running Firefox Portable gives a clean profile with no extensions. If Ome.tv works there, your main profile blocks permissions. Migrate settings carefully or reinstall offending add-ons. [Elektroda, Kolobos, post #19121224]
Everything works on other sites. Why only Ome.tv fails?
The OP confirmed the webcam and microphone work elsewhere. That suggests a site-specific permission or extension conflict. Reset Ome.tv’s site permissions and disable blockers only for that site. [Elektroda, kacyk9109, post #19121052]
Can antivirus cause 'Access denied' on Ome.tv?
Antivirus is rarely the cause. The OP disabled antivirus and the error persisted. These errors come from OS or browser permissions. Keep antivirus enabled for safety, and fix permissions instead. [Elektroda, kacyk9109, post #19120218]
Is there a workaround if my PC camera still won't work?
Yes. One user fixed it by using a phone-as-webcam app ("iRun webcam"). Install the app, pair the phone with the PC, then select it as the camera in the browser. [Elektroda, szalonyjerzy, post #19872379]
Is my browser supported for Ome.tv video?
Ome.tv relies on WebRTC. MediaDevices.getUserMedia is supported by approx. 96% of browsers. Update your browser, then grant the permission prompt. ["Can I use MediaDevices.getUserMedia()"]
What logs help advanced troubleshooting?
If malware or system tweaks are suspected, share FRST logs (FRST.txt and Addition.txt). Run FRST and click Scan, then attach both files for review. [Elektroda, Kolobos, post #19121224]
