Does the LockDown Browser record screens?

Yes, Respondus LockDown Browser can record your screen, but only when paired with Respondus Monitor, and if the instructor enables the "Webcam & Screen" option for that specific exam on Windows, Mac, or Chromebooks. The recording captures your entire screen to help instructors monitor behavior, investigate potential cheating, or see your work process, appearing alongside webcam footage in the proctoring results after the exam.

Does the LockDown Browser have screen recording?

Screen recording is only available for exams that use both LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor. Screen recording is supported for Windows, Mac and Chromebook. Screen recording is not supported for iPad, so any exam that has Webcam+Screen enabled will not produce a screen recording if the student uses an iPad.

Does the LockDown Browser actually record you?

Yes, Respondus LockDown Browser can record you, but it only does so if your instructor enables the paired Respondus Monitor feature, which uses your webcam and microphone to record video and audio, and sometimes your screen, to watch for cheating during exams. The browser itself just locks down the computer; the Monitor add-on is what captures your image and sound during the test, with instructors reviewing the footage afterward.
 

How to tell if LockDown Browser is recording?

If you are being recorded by Lockdown browser, you'll be notified and asked for a web-cam check before you begin taking your test. You'll also see a recording icon in the top right corner.

Can a LockDown Browser see your computer screen?

Screen recording in LockDown Browser is not a standalone feature but is available when used in conjunction with Respondus Monitor. This means that for screen recording to occur, both tools must be used together, and the instructor must specifically enable the screen recording option for the exam.

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Does LockDown Browser track eye movement?

Yes, Respondus Monitor (used with Lockdown Browser) tracks eye movement and head movement, flagging behaviors like looking away frequently or having eyes wander off-camera as potential academic integrity issues for instructors to review. While it doesn't install general tracking software, the webcam and AI analyze your face and eyes during the exam session, marking deviations from looking at the screen or camera, though instructors can adjust sensitivity for looking down at scratch paper. 

What are the risks of LockDown Browser?

The risk of using lockdown browser is moderate. This is because if the application is compromised then this could lead to student data being lost. This is applicable to both vulnerabilities. The overall probability of either happening is low.

What can teachers see on Respondus LockDown Browser?

Teachers using Respondus Lockdown Browser and Monitor, a lockdown browser with webcam monitoring, can see video recordings of students during tests, which flag suspicious behavior like leaving the screen, another person entering, or significant eye movement, allowing instructors to quickly review flagged segments for potential academic dishonesty, rather than watching hours of footage. 

Does the LockDown Browser stop recording after you submit?

This is true. During the exam, you will see the recording icon in the upper-right of the LockDown Browser window. However, once the exam is over, the recording will stop and the icon will go away.

Does Respondus detect noise?

When Respondus Monitor is enabled for a test, students are required to use a webcam and microphone with Respondus LockDown Browser. Artificial Intelligence algorithms flags unusual activity such as eyes moving away from the screen or background noise.

Can Respondus LockDown Browser detect a second monitor?

Respondus LockDown Browser is intentionally designed not to support multiple monitors. It disables secondary displays to prevent cheating by restricting access to other resources. However, you can still use it on your larger monitor by making sure it's set as your primary display.

What does Respondus webcam flag?

Respondus will record student movements and will automatically flag the exam if a student leaves the view, if their eyes wander, or if another person comes into the screen.

Does the LockDown Browser actually record you on Reddit?

If it is regular service, it just merely keeps you from opening anything else but the test. It does not look at your webcam or record you. Nor does it monitor your network. After all, you could be taking this in a library and people could be looking at all sorts of stuff on that network.

Does Respondus record you or just your screen?

The Respondus Monitor will record audio and video of you while you are taking the exam. These videos are then scanned for abnormal behavior (like leaving your desk, two students sitting together, a different student, or using other resources like phones or books).

Can a browser detect screen recording?

Generally, the answer is no. They won't be able to detect it. Most websites can't detect whether you are recording a screen or taking a screenshot, but exceptions may exist. Advanced websites, like Hulu or Netflix, use DRM (digital rights management) to prevent unauthorized recordings.

Can LockDown Browser record your face?

The exam instruction is required to enable both video and audio proctoring features to record students. Does Lockdown Browser notify you before it records your face? Yes, Lockdown Browser will notify you and ask for a webcam check before starting an examination.

How to know if LockDown Browser is recording you?

Once the exam begins, a "Recording" icon will appear at the top right of the screen. Don't attempt to exit the exam until you're finished. Additionally, you won't be able to print, copy, access other applications, or go to other websites during the exam.

Does Respondus actually track eye movement?

Does Respondus Track Eye Movement? As you use the Respondus LockDown Browser, it will track your eye movements. Before beginning the exam or test session, students must have their camera set up so that it captures their entire face, eyes, and all.

Does the LockDown Browser track you?

LockDown Browser Generally Does Not Collect Information about Students. LockDown Browser is a client-based application that "locks down" a computer or device during an online exam and is accessed from within a learning or assessment platform such as a learning management system (“LMS”) or publisher system.

How strict is the LockDown Browser?

Students are unable to open any browser other than the LockDown browser on the device they are using. This disallows them from searching for answers online while taking the exam. Also, students are not allowed to open other applications unless the professor specifically and selectable permits them to.

Do professors actually check proctorio?

Students should treat their Proctorio exam just like an exam they would take in the testing center. If any issues are found in a Proctorio exam, a report is sent to the professor to review. If the activity is deemed as any form of academic dishonesty, the Honor Code Office will be notified.

Can Respondus detect phone use?

Yes, Respondus Monitor is designed to detect phones and other handheld devices during exams by flagging suspicious activity like using secondary devices, even if only partially visible, using AI to spot them in webcam footage. While LockDown Browser itself secures the primary computer, Monitor provides the video proctoring that spots phones, which are generally not allowed and can lead to flagged results for instructors to review. 

What flags you on Respondus LockDown Browser?

If the details of your face don't show clearly during the webcam check, the automated video analysis is more likely to flag you as missing. Avoid backlighting situations, such as sitting with your back to a window. The general rule is to have light in front of your face, not behind your head.

Is OneBrowser a virus?

No, OneBrowser isn't a traditional virus, but it's considered a Potentially Unwanted Program (PUP) or browser hijacker, acting like malware by forcefully changing browser settings (homepage, search engine), injecting ads, redirecting searches, and tracking your activity, often bundling with other software without clear consent. Security software flags it as a threat due to these intrusive behaviors that compromise user experience and privacy, making removal necessary.
 

Does the LockDown Browser close everything?

The LockDown browser will close unauthorized programs, so it's recommended that you close everything but the browser you access D2L through before starting the quiz.