How to stop audio feedback or echoes in video calls

Sometimes during a video call, you might hear a high-pitched sound (feedback) or hear your own voice echoing back. This can be distracting and make it hard to continue the session.

This usually happens when a microphone picks up sound from a speaker, sends it through the call, then picks it up again in a loop.

Use headphones or earphones

The most reliable way to prevent feedback or echoes is to wear headphones or earphones This keeps the sound contained and stops it from being picked up by your mic.

Other tips to reduce echo or feedback

  • Lower your speaker volume if you're not using headphones

  • Mute yourself when you're not speaking

  • If you're in the same room as someone else on the call, make sure only one of you is unmuted

  • Close any other devices or tabs that might have the same video call open

  • Avoid using external speakers or built-in laptop mics if possible, as they are more likely to cause echo