You don’t need an iPhone to hop on a FaceTime call anymore. That’s right — even if you use Android or a Windows laptop, you can still connect with friends who use Apple devices. You won’t have to install anything fancy or buy a new phone. All you need is a link and a browser.
Let’s walk through how this works.
It Starts With a Link From an Apple User
If someone with an iPhone, iPad, or Mac creates a FaceTime link and sends it to you, you’re in. You just click that link and open it in Chrome or Edge.
You’ll type in your name, hit “Join,” and wait for the person on the other side to let you into the call. That’s it.
Here’s a full guide you can follow for the steps: Using FaceTime on Android or PC
What You’ll Need (Very Little)
To make this work, you just need:
- A working browser (Chrome or Edge is best)
- Internet
- A FaceTime link from someone using an Apple device
No Apple ID. No app downloads. No complicated setup.
What You Can and Can’t Do
You can:
- Join video calls
- Chat with Apple users in real time
- Use your front camera and mic
You can’t:
- Start your own FaceTime calls
- Use extras like screen sharing or SharePlay
- Save call links for later
It’s still great for quick catch-ups or video meetings with iPhone users.
Why Apple Allows It Now
Apple kept FaceTime locked to its own devices for years. But things are changing. With people working from different platforms, it makes sense to let more users in.
Opening FaceTime to the web helps people stay in touch — even if their phones don’t match.
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