Simple, Discreet Webcam Cover

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Simple, Discreet Webcam Cover

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Easy way to do it right

Electrical Tape

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Cut a piece of vinyl electrical tape about 30mm in length.

Trim the Tape

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On a cutting board trim the tape into a "T" shape using razor blade.

Fold

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Fold the tape over into an "I" shape, leaving tape adhesive on the ends. The middle of the tape at the fold will not have adhesive and will not damage or dirty your webcam lens.

Install

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Place over webcam to prevent unauthorized/covert use of your webcam.

Open and Reuse

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Open and fold back to use the webcam, Fold back over to cover again. Again very discreet, doesn't take away from the look of your laptop.