Data Privacy and Security

Frequently asked questions about data protection and privacy

Do proctors have access to my personal data on my computer?
No. Our proctors do not have access to test-takers computers. Proctortrack application does not allow anyone to have remote access to your computer. Proctor...
Wed, Nov 16, 2022 at 3:55 AM
Can proctors access my saved passwords on my computer?
No. Our proctors do not have access to the user's personal files and folders.
Wed, Nov 16, 2022 at 3:57 AM
Can proctors access my financial information saved on my computer?
No. Our proctors do not have access to the user's personal files and folders on their computer or phones. Proctortrack does not collect or store any fin...
Wed, Nov 16, 2022 at 3:58 AM
I was asked by my proctor to install an application that was flagged by my computer as malicious. What application was that? Why was I asked to download the application?
Sometimes when test-takers face technical issues during live proctoring and there is an updated build of Proctortrack application is available, our proctors...
Wed, Nov 16, 2022 at 4:00 AM
What data Proctortrack accesses on my computer and why?
Proctortrack, when not running, does not access any data.  Once it is run, it accesses the computers’ connected device list, desktop screen, webcam, pro...
Wed, Nov 16, 2022 at 4:02 AM
What happens when Proctortrack is not on?
Nothing! If the Proctortrack application is not in use, it does not record anything.
Sun, Mar 17, 2024 at 3:47 PM
How to uninstall Proctortrack from my computer?
1) Uninstalling the App from Windows Operating System: 1. In the search box on the taskbar, type Control Panel and select it from the results. ...
Sun, Mar 17, 2024 at 3:52 PM
Why does Proctortrack need full disk access as shown on macOS?
Proctortrack software captures data during tests and stores it on the test taker's computer before uploading it to servers. To save the data locally, th...
Sun, Mar 17, 2024 at 3:56 PM