User guide
This guide covers installing, configuring, and using the Secure Exam browser during an exam.
1. Installation
The browser is installed with administrator rights on a single computer, or via group policy (GPO) across an entire classroom/lab. During installation the Microsoft Edge WebView2 component is checked and installed automatically if needed.
2. Configuration
The main configuration fields set by the administrator are described in the table below. The full field list and technical descriptions are in the project's technical documentation.
examUrl | The exam system address opened when the browser starts. |
whitelist | A list of addresses allowed to be reached during the exam. |
allowedMonitors | The allowed number of connected monitors. |
blockScreenRecording | Whether to block screen-recording applications. |
blockedProcesses | Processes automatically terminated during the exam (e.g. Zoom, Discord, TeamViewer). |
remoteConfigUrl | The address the browser can automatically fetch the current configuration from. |
updateServerUrl | The address used to check for new browser versions. |
remoteLogUrl | The address activity log entries are sent to. |
3. Exam flow
- The administrator starts the browser with a prepared configuration.
- The browser checks for available updates and, if needed, configuration from a remote server.
- A kiosk-mode window opens with the exam system — other apps and windows are unreachable.
- After the exam, the administrator enters the admin password to close the browser.
4. Administrator access
The browser can only be closed or have its settings accessed with an administrator password. A one-time backup recovery code is available in case the password is forgotten.
5. Support
If you have questions about installation or configuration, contact your institution's IT administrator or the Secure Exam support team.