What is Respondus LockDown Browser

LockDown Browser is a special web browser for taking online quizzes, and is different than Chrome or Safari. Only use LockDown Browser if your instructor requires it for a quiz.

When taking a quiz that requires LockDown Browser, there is a 3-part process to go through on Windows and Mac.

Download the installation file.
Open the installation file and click the "Next" button.
Open LockDown Browser listed in your apps.

Tutorials to Get Started

Is Your Computer Compatible with LockDown Browser?
LockDown Browser Tutorial for Windows
LockDown Browser Tutorial for Mac
LockDown Browser Tutorial for Chromebook
LockDown Browser Tutorial for iPad
Note: LockDown Browser is not available for iPhones, or Android phones and tablets.

On-Campus Computer Labs

If your computer is not compatible with LockDown Browser, you can use an on-campus computer lab in AIRC 2004 or LIB 2000 (link to computer lab hours). Please note, the "Virtual Computer Lab" does NOT have LockDown Browser.

LockDown Browser is already installed in AIRC 2004 and LIB 2000. Simply open LockDown Browser from the Windows Start-button when in AIRC 2004 or LIB 2000 (no need to download and install).

Click the Windows Start menu.
Scroll down to the letter R category.
Click the folder Respondus.
Click LockDown Browser.

Windows Start menu, scroll down to the letter R category, click on the folder "Respondus" to find the icon for LockDown Browser.

Get Support

If an error message appears when trying to use LockDown Browser, search for a solution by typing the text of the error message in the "How can we help you" search box on the Respondus Technical Support page.

LockDown Browser Stopped Working?

If LockDown Browser became unusable while taking a quiz:

Shut off your computer by holding down the power-button for a few seconds.
Then turn the computer on again.
Once your computer is on again, open up LockDown Browser, login to Canvas, and resume the quiz (if still within your time limit).

Accessibility with Screen Readers