ArcSoft officially discontinued the Webcam Companion series years ago. The company no longer sells licenses, provides updates, or offers official customer support.

A common issue with WebCam Companion on newer operating systems is app blockades. Use these steps to restore access: Click on the and open Settings . Navigate to Privacy & Security .

: A powerful, free, open-source tool for video recording and live streaming used by professionals.

The closest direct spiritual successor to ArcSoft. It offers a free tier and allows you to add filters, effects, backgrounds, and multiple video sources to your webcam stream.

As he started using ArcSoft Webcam Companion 4, John was impressed by the significant improvement in video quality. The software's intuitive interface made it easy for him to adjust settings, apply effects, and even record videos. He was able to customize his video conferencing experience to suit his needs.

While it may still run on Windows 10 or Windows 11 using Compatibility Mode, it lacks optimization for modern hardware, high-resolution 4K webcams, and current operating system security protocols.