How to use video chat on your phone (Android and iPhone)
Published on October 6, 2026 · 3 min read
Chispa works in your phone browser, just like on a computer. It takes no space and asks you to install nothing, but there are a couple of details worth knowing.
Allowing the camera and microphone
- Android (Chrome): when you tap “Start video chat” a prompt appears; choose “Allow”. If you denied it by mistake, tap the lock next to the address, go to Permissions and turn on Camera and Microphone.
- iPhone (Safari): tap “Allow” on the prompt. If it does not appear, go to Settings, then Safari, then Camera and Microphone, and choose “Ask” or “Allow”.
Keeping it as an app on your home screen
- Android: in Chrome, open the three-dot menu and choose “Install app” or “Add to Home screen”.
- iPhone: in Safari, tap the share button and choose “Add to Home Screen”.
Tips to look and sound good
- Use Wi-Fi if you can; video uses data.
- Rest your phone on something steady so the picture does not shake.
- Headphones help avoid echo.
- On Chispa you can switch between the front and back camera.
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