AlterCam - Great Webcam Software

AlterCam Webcam Software

Webcam effects

Add effects to your video chat and have fun with your friends! Hide your face with the mosaic, or add your logo to your webcam stream instantly.

Broadcast anything you want

You can broadcast pre-recorded video, live desktop or anything you want to the virtual web camera (like a fake webcam) and the world.

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v6.4 for Windows
How does it work?

After you install AlterCam, you'll have a new virtual web camera on your system. The video, with effects from any possible source, will be broadcast to this webcam. Switch your Skype and other webcam software to "AlterCam Virtual Camera" to transmit the video with effects applied!

Ready only in 3 steps

1

Download and Install

The installation process is similar to that of any other Windows program.

2

Tune Your Video Stream

Choose the desired webcam filter, apply a virtual background, add any overlays you want, and start broadcasting to your new virtual webcam.

3

You're ready!

Now you can select your new virtual webcam in any software (Skype, for example). The chosen effect will be applied in real time.

All You Want for a Webcam

Latest releases

October 22, 2024 - Version 6.4

Optimized frame processing for higher FPS and smoother video output.

June 13, 2024 - Version 6.3

New GUI translations, fixes, tweaks, and the ability to use the keyboard to control the current layer.

December 11, 2022 - Version 6.2

Further enhancements, fixes, and the ability to remove the transition effect when switching between the Scenes.

Full version history
What does it look like?

We knew you would ask this question! So, we made these screenshots.

AlterCam interface
Main window

Here is the program itself. You see a live preview of your virtual webcam video with effects applied.

Blur Effect
Blur Effect

One of the available effects. We call it "behind the shower curtain", but the official name is Blur :)

Mosaic Effect
Mosaic Effect

Another example of the live webcam effects. Great for hiding your face :)

Combine several effects
Combine Effects

Turn on several effects at the same time. This one is "Fish Eye + Avatar".

Background 1
Webcam Background

You can place your live webcam video over any image and show it with the virtual webcam.

Background 2
More Canvas for Webcam

Yes, you can place your webcam video into the nice frame, too. Turn on your fantasy!

Avatar Effect
Avatar effect

Change your face color to blue. Remember the Avatar movie? You can be one of them now!

Shrek Effect
Shrek effect

Another reason to laugh out loud. Make yourself look like Shrek!

Sepia Effect
Sepia effect

Is your face red for some reason? Turn on the Sepia live webcam effect to hide those red cheeks!

Overlay 1
Inside the Heart

Yes, you can place your webcam video in almost any shape using overlays. This one is for the heart.

Overlay 2
Another Webcam Overlay

One more example for the overlay. This time it is a curtain, like in a theater.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can I use the webcam in many programs at the same time?
Sure, you can! AlterCam splits the video into as many programs as you want. Forget about those "webcam busy" error messages!
Can I add my own effect?
The current version allows you to add your own overlay or background images. If you want some custom webcam effects, do not hesitate to ask us. We will do our best!
How do I remove "AlterCam.com" logo in the video?
It is easy. Click on the "Preferences" button and then uncheck the "Show logo" option.
My AlterCam doesn't work correctly. How can I fix it?
Please contact us and provide as many details as possible. AlterCam is still in active development, and we are working hard to fix any compatibility issues and bugs. Thank you for your assistance!
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