In today’s world, students are just a click away from answers. That’s why most schools use a lockdown browser or video proctoring during online exams. These tools stop students from switching tabs, opening apps, or browsing for answers. They're your first and most important line of defense.

But here’s the thing: exam integrity isn’t just about what happens during the test. It’s also about knowing what happened after it’s over.

Let’s explore how schools can build even more trust in their digital assessments.

Why lockdown is a must-have

A lockdown browser helps create a level playing field. Whether students are using their own devices or taking exams in a controlled setting, it keeps things focused and fair. It stops obvious shortcuts and gives teachers peace of mind while the test is happening.

But sometimes, without lockdown in place, questions like the below can come up:

• Why did one student finish a 90-minute exam in just 18 minutes?

• Why did five students submit their exams at the exact same second?

• Did someone paste long answers from somewhere else?

When those doubts come up, you need solid data to back you up.

How AssessPrep supports

That’s where AssessPrep steps in. We’ve built tools that work during the exam and after it’s done.

Here’s what you’ll find inside:

• Real-time monitoring: Keep an eye on who’s in the exam, track participation, and spot absentees—all in one place.

• Detailed activity logs: See every student's exam journey. You get timestamps, device details, and every key action they took.

• Post-exam forensics: Use the logs, track patterns and behaviors that don’t quite add up. These tools don’t just flag problems, they help spark better conversations.

Read how AssessPrep helps you monitor your assessments with confidence.

What to look for in the logs

You’ll spot a few helpful signs in the data:

• Fast finishes: If someone speeds through a complex test way too quickly, it’s worth a closer look. Maybe they didn’t engage with the material. Maybe it’s something else.

• Same-time submissions: If a group turns in their exams at the exact same moment, it could be coordinated. The logs help you see it clearly.

• Copy/paste signs: See if there are ways to track typing bursts and paste actions (when available). That way, you can tell if an answer was typed out or pasted in from somewhere else.

It’s not about “catching” students. It’s about protecting fairness and making sure every student has the chance to succeed on their own merit.

Teachers + Tools = Trust

Great tech sets the guardrails. But it’s teachers who bring the judgment, the fairness, and the follow-through.

With AssessPrep, you get both:

• A strong lockdown browser to stop cheating at the source

• A clear audit trail to guide follow-ups

• Smart analytics to support your decisions

Over 700 schools use AssessPrep to make sure every assessment is fair, honest, and trusted by everyone involved.

Book a Demo and see how AssessPrep can help your school monitor assessments with confidence—before, during, and after the exam.