WebcamMax is an application that allows you to manipulate the image downloaded by a webcam and send it via instant messaging (ICQ, AIM, MSN, Camfrog, Skype, Paltalk, Yahoo, ANYwebcam, Stickam, etc.) in real time. The program offers in its database over 2000 ready-made effects that can be applied to the video image, including changing colors, adding subtitles, background, rain effect, snow, animated cartoon characters or drawing your own shapes. Another interesting option offered by WebcamMax is the ability to dress up in virtual hair, hats, noses, eyes, smiles and even the faces of famous people (Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie etc.) and cartoons.

In addition to the video image itself, you can also manipulate images available on your hard drive.