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title: How to Apply a Virtual Background to your Video Meetings
description: "For those who want to hide their actual background with an image or blur out your current background, we recommend using the XSplit VCam software. You can download the application here: XSplit VCam Do"
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# How to Apply a Virtual Background to your Video Meetings

For those who want to hide their actual background with an image or blur out your current background, we recommend using the XSplit VCam software. You can download the application here: [XSplit VCam Download](https://www.xsplit.com/vcam)

 

*\*This is currently only available for Windows users; however, a Mac version is on its way.*

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