# DroidCam Webcam & OBS Camera

> Use your phone as a webcam on your computer via WiFi or USB.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dev47apps.obsdroidcam](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dev47apps.obsdroidcam)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.dev47apps.obsdroidcam`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Dev47Apps
- **Category:** TOOLS
- **Downloads:** 6,394,252
- **Rating:** 4.01 / 5 (12,738 ratings)
- **Version:** 9.0
- **Last updated:** 2026-07-17
- **First published:** 2020-11-15
- **Publisher country:** CA
- **Size:** 20 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-12
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dev47apps.obsdroidcam)
- **Website:** [https://droidcam.app](https://droidcam.app/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.dev47apps.com/droidcam-terms-privacy.html](https://www.dev47apps.com/droidcam-terms-privacy.html)

## Description

Turn your phone into a versatile webcam for video calls, live streaming, and production. DroidCam supports both WiFi and USB connections and offers DSLR-like controls such as exposure, white balance, and focus to help you get pro-quality footage.

With the DroidCam OBS plugin, you can use your phone as an OBS camera and even reach 4K UHD. The app works with Windows and Linux PC clients and with Zoom, Skype, and Discord. Free standard-definition use is available, with a Pro upgrade for HD, watermark removal, and extra features.

## Rankings

- #20,187 — Overall
- #13 — discord
- #23 — video recorder

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.BLUETOOTH`
- `android.permission.CAMERA`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_MULTICAST_STATE`
- `android.permission.CHANGE_WIFI_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CAMERA`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_CONNECTED_DEVICE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE_MICROPHONE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.MODIFY_AUDIO_SETTINGS`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.RECORD_AUDIO`
- `android.permission.REQUEST_IGNORE_BATTERY_OPTIMIZATIONS`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.android.vending.CHECK_LICENSE`
- `com.applovin.array.apphub.permission.BIND_APPHUB_SERVICE`
- `com.dev47apps.obsdroidcam.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Users praise DroidCam as a solid phone-to-PC webcam with OBS support and cross-platform compatibility, with low latency on USB and a long-running track record. The Pro version is valued for removing the watermark. Common downsides are watermark on free tier, Wi-Fi connectivity issues, intrusive ads, occasional crashes, and a price that some find steep. Overall, many find it useful and worth the investment, though setup and reliability can vary.

### Pros

- Turns a phone into a PC webcam with OBS support on Linux and Windows.
- Low-latency video, especially over USB.
- Long track record; many users report years of reliable use.
- Pro version removes the watermark for a clean feed.

### Cons

- Watermark in the free version; removal requires Pro.
- Unreliable Wi-Fi connections; can require USB or router/port-forwarding.
- Constant ads and popups disrupt the feed; some users liken it to malware due to automatic browser launches.
- Crashes, freezes, and occasional disconnects; overall stability can be inconsistent.
- Perceived high price; several users consider the cost too expensive.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.dev47apps.obsdroidcam)