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What to consider when choosing the best webcam recording software

With a lot of online webcam recorders, it’s easy to choose the first one you find, but we recommend you make sure your webcam software records in high-resolution first. Look for recording software that offers local recordings so you can get professional results without worrying about your internet stability. To save space, find software that records your screen, audio, and webcam all on one platform. It’s even better if you can download separate tracks to give yourself more editing control.

Look out for easy editing tools that help you customize your recording, split your screen, and fix audio with a few simple clicks. For an extra webcam recorder, choose software that comes with a mobile webcam app. This will give you the flexibility to turn your phone into a second webcam so you can have a second camera angle. If you’re live streaming, make sure your webcam software comes with streaming tools that help you push your content online.

Why choose Riverside.fm as webcam recording software?

HD local webcam recordings

Don’t let software lower your webcam’s quality. Record 4K local webcam recordings that provide high-quality resolution no matter your internet connection.

No extra webcam software

You no longer need to download various webcam recording apps. Record directly from your browser with Riverside.fm.

All-in-one webcam and screen recorder

Screen share to record both your webcam and screen, all at once.

Multi-webcam video recorder in minutes

Use our mobile app to turn your phone into a secondary webcam on your desktop.

Quick customization and edits

Edit your webcam recordings with quick backgrounds or even customized logos.

Instant live streaming

Instantly stream your webcam live to various social media platforms.

HD local webcam recordings

Don’t let software lower your webcam’s quality. Record 4K local webcam recordings that provide high-quality resolution no matter your internet connection.

No extra webcam software

You no longer need to download various webcam recording apps. Record directly from your browser with Riverside.fm.

All-in-one webcam and screen recorder

Screen share to record both your webcam and screen, all at once.

Multi-webcam video recorder in minutes

Use our mobile app to turn your phone into a secondary webcam on your desktop.

Quick customization and edits

Edit your webcam recordings with quick backgrounds or even customized logos.

Instant live streaming

Instantly stream your webcam live to various social media platforms.

How to record your webcam with Riverside.fm

Riverside Platform
Walkthrough

Create a studio

Open your Riverside.fm dashboard and create a studio. Adjust recording settings as needed.

Invite your guests

Choose to invite up to 7 guests or skip this to record your webcam alone.

Record your webcam

Select webcam and audio inputs, then start recording. Screen share to capture your screen as well.

Edit and Download

Customize your webcam recordings or download your local webcam files separate from your screen recordings.

“Riverside.fm allowed us to record speakers
locally in remote locations… We would always get
high-quality video & audio every time
we recorded, which was a huge help!”

“Riverside.fm allowed us to record speakers locally in remote locations… We would always get high-quality video & audio every time we recorded, which was a huge help!”
Mina Sabet
Director Production & Video Operation

“Riverside is the most dependable,
easy-to-use, high-quality remote recording
platform that I have ever encountered.”

“Riverside is the most dependable, easy-to-use, high-quality remote recording platform that I have ever encountered.”
Shawn Cole
Head of Audio Production

“We were looking for something to capture
recordings (especially last minute)...I tested out
Riverside and we decided  as a team that it was
the best.”

“We were looking for something to capture recordings (especially last minute)...I tested out Riverside and we decided as a team that it was the best.”
Colten Becker
Communications Services Engineer

“If I didn't have Riverside in our production
process, I would be worried about our ability
to produce content quickly.”

“If I didn't have Riverside in our production process, I would be worried about our ability to produce content quickly.”
Nolan McCoy
Head of Video and Creative Content

Frequently Asked Questions

What do I need to record a webcam?

Other than a good-quality webcam, you should have specific software for recording webcams on your device. Instead of spending a fortune on a professional webcam, you can use the Riverside.fm mobile app to turn your phone into a high-resolution secondary webcam. You can even record directly from your phone and cut the need for a desktop altogether.

Check how to use your phone as a webcam if you’d like to try it out.

What program can I use to record a webcam?

The programs you can use to record webcams depend on what device and operating system you are using. If you’re using Windows, you already have a built-in Windows Camera. However, you might want to download software with better features such as Bandicam or Wondershare DemoCreator, which are gaming-focused. If you’re using a Mac, QuickTime might be a good webcam recorder already pre-installed on your device. Instead of worrying about compatibility, you can use Riverside.fm, a browser-based webcam recording software. This means you can use any device without even having to download new applications. Simply record your webcam through your browser.

How can I record video from my webcam?

Once you have a camera set up and have chosen what webcam recording software you want to use, it’s effortless. You might want to plan what you’re recording beforehand. Then you should adjust your webcam input settings and general filming setup to suit your needs. Hit record and screen share if you’re planning on recording your screen as well. Download your files, edit as required, and you’re good to go. Riverside.fm makes this process super easy with instant screen sharing and quick editing tools from our Magic Editor.

What is the best webcam recording software?

There is a lot of webcam recording software to choose from, and all different suit needs. For example, some webcam recorders are better for gaming or screen capturing. Riverside.fm is one of the best options for webcam recording software because it provides high-resolution and screen recording with easy editing and no extra software needed.

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