How do I allow microphone access in Brave?

Click the lock icon in the address bar, choose Permissions, and set Microphone to Allow. Alternatively open Brave settings, go to Site Settings then Microphone and add startacall.com.

Are browser calls encrypted?

Yes. WebRTC uses DTLS and SRTP to encrypt media streams. StartACall uses TLS for signaling and secure connections to external services.

Will my audio be sent to AI providers?

Audio is sent to transcription or AI providers only when you enable those features. Disable transcription or recordings in your account to prevent third-party processing.

Is calling from Brave secure and private?

Yes. Browser calling uses WebRTC which encrypts media and signaling. Brave adds tracker and fingerprinting protections. StartACall also uses secure TLS connections to backend services and offers controls for recordings and transcription.

Do I need to enable microphone access in Brave?

Yes. Grant the website permission to use your microphone. Click the lock icon in the address bar or open Brave settings and allow microphone access for startacall.com.

Will Brave share my call audio with third parties?

By default Brave does not share your audio. StartACall only forwards audio to services required for the call and any optional features you enable, like AI transcription or recording. You can disable those features in account settings.

What if Brave blocks the connection?

Brave shields can sometimes interfere with real-time media. If you experience issues, open site settings from the lock icon and set shields off for startacall.com or allow necessary permissions.

Brave Browser Calling Privacy

Make Private Calls in Brave from Your Browser

StartACall connects your Brave browser to global phone numbers using secure WebRTC. Learn how Brave protects your privacy, how to configure permissions, and how StartACall handles audio, recordings, and AI processing.

Privacy Guide

Browser CallingSecure

How Brave Protects Your Calls

Brave is built for privacy. When you use StartACall in Brave you get the benefits of browser privacy features plus our platform controls.

Encrypted Media

WebRTC encrypts audio streams using DTLS and SRTP. Signaling and API traffic use TLS. This prevents eavesdropping in transit.

Brave Tracker Blocking

Brave blocks cross-site trackers and fingerprinting by default. This lowers profiling risk while you place calls from the web.

User Controls

You control microphone permission, recordings, and AI transcription. Disable optional features in your StartACall account to limit data sharing.

Quick Steps to Secure Calls in Brave

Visit startacall.com and sign in.
Click the lock icon in the address bar and allow Mic permission for this site.
If Brave shields block connectivity, set shields off for startacall.com or allow necessary permissions from site settings.
In your StartACall settings, disable call recording or transcription if you do not want audio processed by third-party services.
Use a virtual number to avoid sharing your personal carrier information when calling landlines or mobiles.

Brave Site Settings and Mic Permissions

If you cannot hear audio or the microphone is not detected, check Brave site permissions. These are the most reliable steps.

Allow Mic

Click the lock icon in the address bar. Under Permissions, set Mic to Allow. Reload the page after changing permissions.

If prompts do not appear, open Brave settings, go to Site Settings, then Mic and add startacall.com.

Shields and Connectivity

Brave shields can block third-party resources that help WebRTC connect. For best results, toggle shields off for startacall.com if you see connection errors.

After toggling shields, retry the call flow to confirm audio and signaling work correctly.

Platform Privacy Controls

StartACall gives you granular control over how call data is handled.

Recordings

Turn recording on or off per call. When enabled, encrypted files are stored and accessible only to authorized accounts.

Transcription and AI

Transcription and AI features use secure transcription services when enabled. Disable these features if you prefer no third-party processing of audio.

Virtual Numbers

Use virtual numbers to separate your personal number from business calls. Virtual numbers reduce data linking to your personal carrier account.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my microphone audio encrypted in transit?

Yes. WebRTC encrypts audio with industry standard protocols. StartACall also uses TLS for signaling and secure links to providers.

Will StartACall send my audio to AI services automatically?

No. Audio is sent to transcription or AI services only if you enable those features. You can disable them any time in settings.

Do I need to turn off Brave shields to use StartACall?

Not usually. Brave shields work fine in most cases, but if you experience connectivity problems toggling shields off for startacall.com resolves blocking issues.

How do I stop the platform from storing recordings?

Disable automatic recording in your account settings. You can also delete stored recordings and transcripts from your dashboard.

Ready to make private browser calls in Brave?

Create an account, grant microphone access, and start calling securely from your browser. Control recordings and transcription anytime.