What is Respondus Lockdown Browser?
Respondus Lockdown Browser is a program that increases the security of the Canvas testing environment by preventing users from printing, copying, capturing screen shots, and accessing other URLs and applications while taking an assessment.
Each instructor decides whether to use the Respondus Lockdown Browser for Canvas quizzes and testing.
FYI - Respondus and Respondus Lockdown Browser are two different products. Respondus is a program used by instructors to prepare quizzes. Respondus Lockdown Browser is specified by instructors for use by students to take quizzes.
Visit Student Guide of Using Lockdown Brower in Canvas Exams for more information or to download the program.
Created: Aug 08, 2006 - 11:12am Updated: Apr 02, 2025 - 4:22am Author: UIT Support Center Article: 1481
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