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WebXR Augmented Reality Module

AR-specific capabilities built on the WebXR Device API.

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WebXR Augmented Reality ModuleRuntime · AR-specific capabilities built on the WebXR Device API.

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Overview

This module describes immersive AR sessions, environment blend modes and interaction modes. It distinguishes how optical, passthrough and opaque display systems compose the experience.

Responsible organisation
W3C Immersive Web Working Group
Publication status
Candidate Recommendation Draft
Version / snapshot
Level 1 · 25 April 2025 snapshot

Role in the Augmentiverse

It provides the web AR session model. Hit testing, anchors and other capabilities are specified separately and must be checked on the target implementation.

Where it is useful

  • AR session negotiation
  • Compositing virtual content with physical surroundings
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Limits and implementation choices

  • Work in progress; support is implementation-dependent.
  • The module alone does not provide durable cross-session anchors.

Sources & further reading

Links identify the relevant specifications or documented implementations. A listed example does not imply endorsement, full interoperability or adoption of the Augmentiverse framework.