Remote control your own webcam - how it works

In this guide, we show you how to control your own webcam remotely.

Here's how it works: Control the webcam remotely via the network

This practical tip is based on Microsoft Windows 7 and iSpy 6.2.4.

1. Download the iSpy tool for your operating system.
2. Unzip the archive and install the program. You may need to allow access through Windows Firewall.
3. Click on the eye icon in the task bar and select "Show iSpy".
4. To add the camera, select "Add" at the top and then "Local Camera".
5. Then search for your camera under "Video Device" and click "OK". You can ignore the following window with "Finish".
6. To be able to access the camera from the Internet, click on the "Web Settings" button above. With a click on "Create a free account" you can create a new account.
7. After successful registration you can log in under "Web Settings". Then switch back to the website and select "Search Media" on the left side.
8. You will now receive some random images from your webcam. You can turn it off or take a screenshot.
9. Please note: the program is only free for local access. If you want to access your webcam from the Internet, you must select the appropriate offer on the website.