If you're seeing errors like:
Unable to connect to Proctortrack
The app crashes after download
Nothing happens when you click “Connect to Proctortrack.”
The app becomes unresponsive or won't launch
It looks like you haven’t yet installed the Proctortrack application. Please ensure you have downloaded and installed it before clicking “Open Proctortrack.
If you haven’t downloaded the application yet, please do so now, then complete the installation before proceeding.
This guide will help you fix it in a few quick steps.
Step-by-Step Fixes
1. Your Antivirus Software Might Be Blocking Proctortrack
Fix:
Temporarily disable your antivirus software.
Try launching the Proctortrack app again.
If it works, add Proctortrack to your antivirus's “allowed apps” or “exceptions” list.
*Antivirus Whitelisting Guide for Proctortrack Processes* - https://verificient.freshdesk.com/en/support/solutions/articles/1000326140-antivirus-whitelisting-guide-for-proctortrack-processes
2. Corrupted Installation — Clean Uninstall and Reinstall
Fix:
Uninstall Proctortrack:
Open the "Control Panel".
Select "Proctortrack", then click "Uninstall".
Confirm by clicking "OK".
2. Delete leftover files:
Navigate to
C:\Users\YourUsername\AppData\Local
Delete the folder named
proctortrack-updater
.
3. You May Be Using an Outdated Version
Fix:
1. Re-download the latest version of Proctortrack.
2. Reinstall the recently downloaded version
3. Launch the app after installing.
4. Firewall or Network Settings Are Blocking It
Fix:
When prompted for network access, click “Allow”.
Make sure your firewall is not blocking the Proctortrack app.
If you're on a school or work network, try switching to a personal Wi-Fi connection.
5. Acknowledge the policy agreement, then click "Submit".
6. Check All System Requirements
Once the app opens, you’ll go through a System Check covering:
Virtual Machine
Hard Drive
Monitor
Microphone
Webcam
Operating System
After that, you’ll be prompted to complete your Face Scan, ID Scan, and Room Scan.
Then, download the ETS application from the test portal and continue to your test page with the help of your Live Proctor.
7. Still Need Help?
If you’ve tried all the above steps and still can’t get it to work:
Contact Proctortrack Support - https://proctortrack.com/support