CamMask

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What CamMask is

CamMask is virtual webcam software for Windows and macOS that adds effects to video from supported sources. Its feature list includes thousands of effects, such as filters, distortions, backgrounds, particles, expressions, and animations. You can replace a background, draw on the video, and add fixed or scrolling text. Sources include a webcam, video or image gallery, desktop, and solid or gradient colors. CamMask also supports snapshots and video recording, with a manager for reviewing recordings or sharing them to Flickr or YouTube. Picture-in-picture has two-channel and 2x2 modes; output can reach 720p or 1080p, and users can make up to six preset viewports. The site lists compatibility with major webcam applications and sites, including Skype, YouTube, Facebook Video Chat, Google+ Hangouts, and Ustream. CamMask Free is a free download, with no feature or usage limits stated. CamMask Pro costs 34.99 USD once and removes the video watermark while adding effects, gallery groups, viewport presets, and transition effects.

Who it suits

CamMask suits Windows and macOS users who want to add effects, backgrounds, text, or picture-in-picture to webcam video for supported applications and sites.

What it does well

Thousands of listed effects
Supports webcam, gallery, desktop, and color sources
Recording and snapshots included
Up to six preset viewports
Free download available

What to know first

Some Pro additions require the 34.99 USD one-time purchase
The site displays a 2011–2017 copyright notice

Limits

CamMask Free is listed as a free download, but no feature or usage limits are stated. CamMask Pro costs $34.99, paid once and removes the video watermark while adding more effects, gallery groups, six preset viewports, and up to 20 transition effects.

Plans

Plan	Billed and limits	Price
CamMask Free	Free download; the site does not state feature or usage limits	Free
CamMask Pro	Removes video watermark · More effects · Multiple photo and video gallery groups · Six preset viewports · Up to 20 transition effects	$34.99, paid once

As cammask.com lists them, read 8 Oct 2026. The maker's own page has the final word.

Getting started

Visit the CamMask website.
Download the free CamMask version or choose CamMask Pro.
Install it on Windows or Mac OS X.
Use a webcam, gallery, desktop, or color as a video source.
Connect the output to a supported webcam application or site.

Verdict

CamMask combines webcam effects, source selection, recording, and viewport controls in a virtual camera tool. The free download has no stated feature limits; Pro is a one-time purchase for its listed additions.

Questions

How much does CamMask cost?

CamMask Free costs nothing. CamMask Pro is $34.99, paid once.

Which platforms does CamMask support?

CamMask supports Windows and Mac OS X.

What does the Pro plan add?

Pro removes the video watermark and includes more effects, multiple photo and video gallery groups, six preset viewports, and up to 20 transition effects.

Can CamMask record video?

Yes. It supports snapshots and video recording, and its manager can review recordings or share them to Flickr or YouTube.

Which video chat apps and sites are compatible?

The store page lists YouTube, Facebook Video Chat, Google+ Hangouts, Skype, Ustream, Camfrog, Paltalk, and MSN Messenger, among others.

Facts from CamMask's own pages

Backgrounds and drawing: CamMask supports background replacement and lets users draw on the video with adjustable paintbrush, fill, eraser, and stamp tools. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Compatibility: The store page says CamMask works with major webcam software and sites, listing YouTube, Facebook Video Chat, Google+ Hangouts, Skype, Ustream, Camfrog, Paltalk, MSN Messenger, and others. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Effects: The feature page lists thousands of effects, including distortions, filters, backgrounds, particles, emotions, and animations. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Face effects: Its magic face changing feature analyzes a face and expression and fuses another face into it. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Free Pro license: The site offers a free CamMask Pro license for qualifying reviews, with a review required to be over 400 words and include a link to CamMask. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Maker: The site identifies the maker as CamMask Studio and displays a 2011–2017 copyright notice. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Output and viewports: The feature page says output can reach 720p or 1080p and users can create up to six preset viewports. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Picture in picture: Picture-in-picture offers two-channel and 2x2 modes. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Platforms: The download page lists CamMask for Windows and Mac OS X; it gives Windows XP SP2 or later and OS X 10.8 or later as system requirements. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Purpose: CamMask is virtual webcam software that adds effects to webcam video and works with video chat applications, websites, and Flash. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Recording: CamMask supports snapshots and video recording, with a manager to review recordings or share them to Flickr or YouTube. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Support: The store page says CamMask Pro includes lifetime support by email, with replies within one business day. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Text overlays: Users can add date, time, other text, and scrolling text to the video screen. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026
Video sources: Supported video sources include the webcam, video gallery, image gallery, desktop, and gradient or solid color. · cammask.com, 8 Oct 2026

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