Proctoring Features Supported on Mobile Devices
Testlify supports several proctoring features on mobile devices, including Android and iOS. However, some features require a desktop or laptop due to device and browser limitations.
This article explains which proctoring features are supported on mobile devices and which are available only on desktop or laptop.
Proctoring features supported on mobile
The following proctoring features are compatible with mobile devices:
Screen and device monitoring
| Proctoring feature | Mobile support |
|---|---|
| Full-screen mode | Supported, but not for Force Full-Screen mode |
| Tab proctoring | Supported |
| Mouse-out tracking | Supported |
| System requirement check | Supported |
Behavior tracking
| Proctoring feature | Mobile support |
|---|---|
| Enforce internet speed check | Supported |
| Session recording | Supported, with limitations |
| AI assistance detection | Supported |
| Focus guard (Anti-cheat mode) | Supported |
| Screenshot attempt monitoring | Supported |
| Question-level activity logs | Supported |
Location tracking
| Proctoring feature | Mobile support |
|---|---|
| IP proctoring | Supported |
| Location tracking | Supported |
Identity verification
| Proctoring feature | Mobile support |
|---|---|
| Photo ID verification | Supported |
| Face verification | Supported |
| Snapshot proctoring | Supported |
| Dual camera proctoring | Supported |
| Talking prohibition | Supported |
Proctoring features not supported on mobile
The following features are compatible only with desktop or laptop devices.
1. Force full-screen mode
Force full-screen mode blocks candidates from exiting full-screen mode. This feature is only compatible with desktop and laptop devices.
2. Restrict multiple monitors
Restrict multiple monitors blocks the use of extra screens during an assessment. This feature is only compatible with desktop and laptop devices.
3. Copy/paste tracking
Copy/paste tracking monitors copy-and-paste activity in coding tests, long-answer questions, and short-answer questions. This feature is only compatible with desktop and laptop devices.
4. Camera recording
Camera recording captures the candidate's camera feed during an assessment. This feature is only compatible with desktop and laptop devices.
5. Screen recording
Screen recording captures the candidate's screen during an assessment. This feature is only compatible with desktop and laptop devices.
Session recording on mobile
Session recording is supported on mobile devices for general assessment activity, including on-screen clicks, scrolling, and navigation.
However, session recording is not available on mobile for the following question types:
- Voice questions
- Video questions
- Voice AI questions
- Video AI questions
For these question types, candidates should use a desktop or laptop device if session recording is required.
How to check mobile compatibility
You can check whether a proctoring feature is supported on mobile directly from the assessment's Proctoring settings.
- Open your assessment in Testlify.
- Go to the Proctoring tab.
- Locate the proctoring feature you want to enable.
- Click or hover over the information icon next to the feature.
- Review the compatibility information shown in the tooltip.
Features that are limited to desktop or laptop will indicate this in their tooltip.
Recommended device for assessments
For assessments requiring advanced proctoring features such as camera recording, screen recording, force full-screen mode, or multiple-monitor restrictions, we recommend candidates use a desktop or laptop.
For assessments using mobile-compatible proctoring features, candidates can take the assessment on a supported mobile device.
Note: Proctoring availability may depend on the specific feature and question type enabled in the assessment. Always review the feature-specific compatibility information before configuring your assessment.
Need help?
If you have questions about mobile proctoring compatibility, contact Testlify Support at support@testlify.com.