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Josephine MCQUARTER 0 Reputation points
2026-02-24T15:40:43.7333333+00:00

my windows hello face recognition is not working, says detected camera is not compatible

Windows for home | Windows 11 | Accounts, profiles, and login
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  1. David-M 115.2K Reputation points Independent Advisor
    2026-02-24T16:14:07.4533333+00:00

    Hi. I'm David, and I'm happy to help you.

    Please clarify the following:

    Does your device have a built-in camera, or do you use an external camera?

    Share a screenshot of the devices under the "Cameras" category in Device Manager.

    1. Press "Windows + X" and select "Device Manager";
    2. Click on the "View" menu and select "Show hidden devices";
    3. Expand "Cameras";

    (If this category is not displayed, let me know.)

    Use the shortcut "Windows + Shift + S" to use the screenshot tool.

    Also, share a screenshot of your system information.

    • Press "Windows + R", type msinfo32 and press Enter.

    Maximize the window and use the screenshot tool.

    I await your reply.

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  2. AI answer

    2026-02-24T15:41:03.6266667+00:00

    If your Windows Hello face recognition is not working and indicates that the detected camera is not compatible, it may be due to the following reasons:

    1. Camera Compatibility: Ensure that you are using a Windows Hello certified camera accessory. The built-in camera on some devices, like the Surface Hub 2S, is not designed for authentication and does not support Windows Hello.
    2. Driver Issues: Check if your camera drivers are up to date. Outdated or incompatible drivers can lead to issues with camera functionality.
    3. Settings Configuration: Verify that your Windows Hello settings are correctly configured. Sometimes, Group Policy settings can interfere with facial recognition logon. For example, if the Group Policy setting "Interactive logon: Do not display last user name" is enabled, it can prevent facial recognition from working properly.
    4. Hardware Malfunction: If the camera is physically damaged or malfunctioning, it may not be able to perform facial recognition.

    To troubleshoot, you can try updating your camera drivers, checking the compatibility of your camera with Windows Hello, and reviewing your Group Policy settings if applicable.

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