Do not run Yawcam on your gaming PC or work laptop. Use a cheap, dedicated mini-PC or an old laptop running Linux (Yawcam works via Java) or stripped-down Windows.
Even with correct settings, things go wrong. Here are common “cold” issues and fixes.
Warning: An open port can be scanned by bots. Always enable Yawcam’s built-in password protection (Settings → Edit Settings → HTTP → Use login/password).
An unsecured public camera is a privacy nightmare. Keep it hot but safe:
