Download Respondus LockDown Browser on a Chromebook

What is Respondus LockDown Browser?

Your instructor can deliver tests securely. Secure assessments help promote academic integrity and honesty in student submissions. Your institution may use Respondus tools to administer secure assessments.

About Respondus

Respondus LockDown Browser prevents your access to any other materials, including internet browsers or other software, while you have an assessment open. You can’t refer to external information or copy material from these sources while you take the assessment.

Install the Browser Extension

You need to have Respondus LockDown Browser extension installed on your Chromebook. You will not be able to search for the app in the web store.

To install the extension:

1. On your Chromebook, open the Chrome browser, locate and click on the installation link provided by your instructor. The link can also be found on the Institution Page under the "Student Online Resources" section (see below).

(Note: if you are using and iPad or Windows computer, please follow the directions for those specific devices.)

2. You will automatically be redirected to the Web Store, select "Add to Chrome" to install the LockDown Browser.

3. Login to Blackboard. The LockDown Browser will start automatically when you open an exam requiring LockDown Browser.