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LockDown Browser

byRespondus
in Remote Proctoring Services for Higher Education
3.4

Overview

Product Information on LockDown Browser

Updated 13th October 2025

What is LockDown Browser?

LockDown Browser is a custom browser software designed to secure online assessments in educational environments. The software restricts students' computer activities during an exam by preventing access to other applications, screen capture, copy-paste functions, and navigation away from the testing page. LockDown Browser helps maintain exam integrity by disabling the ability to print, take screenshots, or visit other websites while a test is in progress. It integrates with learning management systems to provide compatibility with online testing platforms and is used to address issues related to cheating and unauthorized resource usage during online examinations.

LockDown Browser Pricing

LockDown Browser is a software that utilizes a per-student, annual licensing pricing model for educational institutions, with costs varying based on the number of users and institution type. Individual student licenses are also available for purchase, typically on a yearly basis. The software pricing is structured to accommodate both large-scale institutional deployments and single-user needs.

Overall experience with LockDown Browser

IT SERVICES ASSOCIATE
Gov't/PS/ED <5,000 Employees, Education
FAVORABLE

“Lockdown browser keeps your exams secure. ”

5.0
Feb 29, 2024
This is a great product that can help ensure secure exam offerings.
TRAINING PLACEMENT OFFICER
Gov't/PS/ED 5,000 - 50,000 Employees, Education
CRITICAL

“How LockDown Browser Balances Security with Tech Hiccups”

3.0
Feb 4, 2025
LockDown Browser has an important security feature but the electronic issues affected how much value it provides. The technical problems during testing produced more negative effects than the security advantages brought by the application.

About Company

Company Description

Updated 6th March 2025

Respondus, with its 20-year long service, focuses on transforming the way assessments are conducted for students. Its initial offering, the Respondus exam authoring tool, was the first application that served as a link between print and online tests. This was followed by the introduction of StudyMate, a feature that allows interactive self-assessments and bolt-on games for students to help acquire knowledge of course materials. Lately, they have introduced technology such as LockDown Browser and Respondus Monitor, providing institutions with versatility in the provision of online tests while maintaining the examination process's integrity. Respondus helps to facilitate online exams on a massive scale, being utilized in over 2000 institutions across 50 countries. It offers solutions for remote proctoring and ensuring examination integrity.

Company Details

Updated 26th February 2025
Company type
Private
Year Founded
2000
Head office location
Redmond, United States
Number of employees
51 - 200
Website
http://www.respondus.com

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LockDown Browser Likes & Dislikes

Like

It is easily installed and updated on lab computers.

Like

The concept of establishing an examination space for online tests brought me peace of mind. The system prevented users from accessing internet sources during tests which helped protect student work from being compromised.

Like

It is light and quick to install and allows to isolate the user from other software, ideal for conducting remotes exams or interviews. It is really easy and quick to install (less than 100mb)

Dislike

The standard version requires admin privs if you don't have a lab version.

Dislike

Multiple times during my exam the browser froze which forced me into stress and harmed my focus. I waited helplessly for the built-in chat support system to reply during the dangerous test interruptions.

Dislike

Nothing in particular. It does what it promises to do.

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(12 Ratings)

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  • TRAINING PLACEMENT OFFICER
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    Education
    Review Source

    How LockDown Browser Balances Security with Tech Hiccups

    3.0
    Feb 4, 2025
    LockDown Browser has an important security feature but the electronic issues affected how much value it provides. The technical problems during testing produced more negative effects than the security advantages brought by the application.
  • PROFESSOR IN ELECTRONICS ENGINEERING
    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Education
    Review Source

    Exploring the Efficiency of LockDown Browser for Online Assessments

    3.0
    Jan 16, 2025
    LockDown Browser gives me a secure place to conduct online exams. This anxiety that stems from the possibility of false positives is unnecessary stress for the students and the instructors.
  • ASSOCIATE DEAN
    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Education
    Review Source

    LockDown Browser's Fight Against Cheating: Effective or Overbearing?

    3.0
    Dec 30, 2024
    LockDown Browser for the online exams is a good idea but the problem with false positives is a major concern. However, the remote proctoring tool is useful, there is a need for a better method of identifying cheating as opposed to merely technical issues.
  • EDUCATOR
    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Education
    Review Source

    Using LockDown Browser: A Game Changer for Online Assessments

    3.0
    Nov 25, 2024
    I was introduced to the LockDown Browser shortly after Covid. We had moved most of our modules online for the first time and the students were attending online classes from home. They were also taking online assessments. We soon realised that students were searching for answers online while they were taking quizzes and tests. When the exam time came we needed to maintain the integrity of the exam. LockDown Browser came in as the only solution to our problem.
  • IT SERVICES ASSOCIATE
    Gov't/PS/Ed
    Education
    Review Source

    Lockdown browser keeps your exams secure.

    5.0
    Feb 29, 2024
    This is a great product that can help ensure secure exam offerings.
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