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Respondus LockDown Browser - How To Guide

An informational guide on how to use the Respondus LockDown Browser, including Respondus Monitor.

What is Respondus LockDown Browser?

The Respondus LockDown Browser is a custom internet browser that locks down the testing environment to prevent digital cheating on online tests, quizzes, and assessments. If a test requires LockDown Browser, you will not be able to take the test with a standard web browser. LockDown Browser is compatible with computers (Windows and Mac), iPads, and Chromebooks. 

LockDown Browser: The Student Experience - Respondus

LockDown Browser prevents you from:

  • Printing
  • Copying and pasting
  • Going to another website
  • Capturing screen content
  • Accessing other programs and applications

Watch this short video to get a basic understanding of LockDown Browser and the webcam feature:

What is Respondus Monitor?

Your instructor may require you to use Respondus Monitor.

Respondus Monitor is a feature of LockDown Browser that uses students' webcams to record the assessment session. This enables online exams to be taken in remote, non-proctored environments while deterring students from accessing other resources during exams, such as other devices or materials. This also ensures the right student is taking the exam, and that they're not getting help from others. 

How to Download Respondus LockDown Browser

Windows computers:

Mac computers:

  • Download and install LockDown Browser from this link: [Download Respondus LockDown Browser for Mac]
  • Apple or Mac minimum requirements are OS 10.13 or higher with at least 4GB of RAM
  • Follow the onscreen instructions to complete the installation

iPads:

  • Download and install the LockDown Browser app from the Apple Store using this link: [Download Respondus LockDown Browser for iPads]
  • Apple minimum requirements are iOS 11 or higher
  • Start the LockDown Browser app
  • Select "Goodwin University" from the institutions list

Chromebooks:

LockDown Browser: The Student Experience - Respondus