🚫 Don’t Block Your MacBook Screen (Yes, Even with Webcam Covers!

Posted: October 17, 2025

By: MacHQ Staff

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It’s tempting to protect your privacy with a sliding webcam cover or stickers — but that could cause serious damage to your MacBook screen. As AppleInsider warns, putting anything between the laptop lid and its base can scratch or crack the display, especially when pressure is applied.

💡 What You Need to Know

• Even thin objects like covers or cards can press into the display and damage the delicate glass.

• Residue from adhesives or dust particles trapped between surfaces can grind against the screen.

• If privacy is your concern, there are safer alternatives — like using software controls or trusted external webcams.

  
  

🛠️ How MacHQ Can Help You Protect Your MacBook

• We can remove and inspect your screen if damage has already occurred

• Advice on safe privacy practices that won’t damage your hardware

• Repairs, display replacements, and protective accessories

• Certified used Macs so you can upgrade without risk

  
  

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📰 Source: Don’t put anything between your MacBook screen, including webcam covers