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WebRTC (Web Real-Time Communication)

Browser APIs for voice/video that can leak real IPs on Stripchat.

Definition​

WebRTC is a browser API that enables low-latency voice, video, and data channels without plugins. It uses STUN/TURN servers to discover your public IP and establish peer-to-peer connections.

Why it matters​

  • IP exposure: WebRTC can reveal your real IP address even when a VPN extension is active, tipping off ISPs or region filters.
  • Cam streaming: Stripchat relies on WebRTC for performer broadcast, so disabling it entirely breaks the site.
  • Security tuning: The goal is to control WebRTC leak behavior, not remove WebRTC altogether.

Mitigation​

  1. Enable "WebRTC leak protection" in your VPN extension or install a dedicated WebRTC controller extension.
  2. Use full-device VPNs so even if WebRTC bypasses the extension proxy, traffic still goes through the encrypted tunnel.
  3. In Firefox, set media.peerconnection.ice.default_address_only=true in about:config to restrict ICE candidates.