OctoProctor gives you the flexibility to keep and manage your data in the geographic region that best meets your security and compliance needs. By default, we offer AWS cloud data residency in Ireland and the USA. However, if you need a specific geographic location, we can launch a cloud instance in your region. OctoProctor will handle the full setup and configuration for you.
OctoProctor understands that your data residency needs can vary based on exam type, technical infrastructure, and regulatory requirements. That’s why we offer both on-premises and geo-specific cloud deployment.
Use the table below to decide which option best fits your organization.
Let’s analyze your context and find the best option.
Book a callChoose on-premises or geo-specific cloud data residency to match your requirements.
Our proctoring solutions are built to meet GDPR and other applicable industry and regional standards.
OctoProctor scales easily from dozens to thousands of assessments, delivering consistent performance.
No software installation required. Test takers access everything directly in their browser.
Quickly adjust settings to match the format, rules, and requirements of each assessment.
Works with bandwidth as low as 256 kbps and restores sessions after connection interruptions.
Our proctoring solutions can be easily configured to match any assessment, whether you need live proctoring for high-stakes exams or automated flagging for straightforward assessments.
OctoProctor supports the following use cases:
At Ramat Gan Academic College we are using OctoProctor as our main solution for academic exams. It is imperative for us to ensure the quality of our exams procedures for our students and OctoProctor allows us to do so smoothly and securely.
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Admin-facing accessibility prevents avoidable operational errors and reduces fatigue while keeping your workforce diverse. Choosing a proctoring software that meets WCAG AA and features improved assistive-tech compatibility is crucial, but real accessibility also depends on how your team runs exams day to day.
Geo-specific data residency is the storage of remote proctoring data in a specific geographic region or country that organizations choose. This helps control where sensitive exam data lives.
This is especially important for organizations managing exams across multiple proctored exam locations, where local data handling requirements may vary.
Violation of GDPR data storage rules or other data residency laws can lead to serious problems, including loss of trust, poor test taker experience, and legal penalties.
By following data storage location and compliance rules, you build credibility for your assessments and avoid reputational damage.
Both options have pros and cons, so it all depends on your online exam data residency needs.
On-premises deployment gives you full control over your data and proctoring infrastructure. However, it can be costly and requires a dedicated IT team to manage everything.
Geo-specific cloud deployment reduces infrastructure management and helps you meet regional data residency and regulatory requirements. But the limitation with cloud data residency for online exams is that you don’t have complete control over all systems and data.
The safe choice is to start by evaluating your requirements to see which option fits best. And if you need help making the right choice, contact our consultants to guide you.
Yes. OctoProctor complies with GDPR data storage requirements. It also meets relevant industry regulations, including but not limited to FADP, CCPA/CPRA, PIPEDA, and LGPD. We only process the data needed to deliver secure proctoring. All data is stored in customer-selected AWS regions to meet data residency and transfer rules.
Yes. Many data protection laws require data to be stored in specific locations. Geo-specific cloud hosting for exams helps organizations meet data residency compliance requirements and reduce cross-border data risks.
Absolutely. By default, we support data residency through AWS in the USA and Ireland. However, we can deploy cloud infrastructure in your preferred geographic region based on your security, compliance, and performance needs.
