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Scroll down to and ensure the toggle next to Google Chrome is set to On .

If your Google Meet camera is blocked, the issue typically stems from browser-level site permissions, operating system privacy settings, or a physical hardware lock .

The most common cause is the browser blocking access to the camera for the meet.google.com Quick Unblock (Chrome/Edge/Firefox): google meet camera is blocked

Click the in the bottom control bar during a call. Click Settings and then Video .

Even if the browser is allowed, your computer's operating system might be blocking all apps from using the camera. Scroll down to and ensure the toggle next

Sometimes, simply refreshing your browser ( F5 or Ctrl+R ) allows the camera to connect.

If you are using a browser other than Chrome, follow these quick permission steps: Microsoft Edge Click the to the left of the URL. Toggle the Camera switch to On . Click Settings and then Video

If you see a "camera is blocked" error in Google Meet , it typically means the browser or operating system lacks permission to access your webcam, or another program is already using it .

Even if Chrome has permission, your computer’s operating system might be blocking camera access globally. For Windows 10 & 11 Open the and click the Settings gear. Go to Privacy & security (or Privacy on Windows 10). Scroll down to App permissions and click Camera . Turn on Camera access and Let apps access your camera .