Proctoring solutions for Canvas

Seamless proctoring for your Canvas tests — no coding required

Take your Canvas-based exams to the next level with OctoProctor’s fully integrated online proctoring solution. Whether you're running high-stakes academic tests or professional certification programs, OctoProctor integrates seamlessly with your Canvas LMS.

Canvas-compatible, out of the box

OctoProctor integrates directly with Canvas LMS, so you can:

  • Launch proctored tests from your existing Canvas workflows
  • Enable AI, auto or live monitoring quickly
  • Free your test takers from downloads or browser extensions installations
  • Avoid complex development or extra tools

Who needs proctored Canvas tests — and when?

Canvas is a powerful learning management system — but secure, fair test delivery needs an extra layer. Here’s how OctoProctor helps you prevent cheating and build trust in remote assessments.

Academic institutions

Use cases: Midterms, finals, placement exams, admissions. Why it matters: Colleges and universities use Canvas to scale assessment delivery. But with hybrid and remote formats, academic integrity can be at risk. How OctoProctor helps: Seamlessly integrates with Canvas to enable secure, remote proctoring — including AI monitoring, live supervision, and exam flagging — without requiring students to install anything.

Corporate & industry

Use cases: Onboarding, upskilling, compliance certification. Why it matters: Enterprises use Canvas to power their L&D programs, but unproctored Canvas tests can’t guarantee that results reflect real knowledge or skill. How OctoProctor helps: Provides configurable proctoring modes for Canvas tests — from automated monitoring to live supervision — helping companies validate learning outcomes and meet compliance standards.

Nonprofits

Use cases: Job readiness programs, digital skills training, career certification. Why it matters: Nonprofits and training organizations use Canvas to deliver accessible education. For many learners, exam integrity is the key to employment or advancement. How OctoProctor helps: Seamlessly supports proctoring for Canvas exams at scale — even in low-bandwidth or mobile-first environments — ensuring fairness without technical hurdles.

Why OctoProctor for Canvas

OctoProctor isn’t just another online proctoring software. It’s a privacy-first, integration-ready toolset trusted by educational and professional institutions around the world.

Zero downloads

Students and employees launch tests right in the browser.

Multiple proctoring modes

AI monitoring, rule-based automation, or live human supervision.

Privacy-compliant

Meets global standards like GDPR, with customizable data retention.

Built for Canvas

Quick deployment, no disruption to your LMS workflows.

Mobile & multilingual

OctoProctor adapts to diverse learners and devices.

Can Canvas detect cheating?

Canvas on its own provides basic exam delivery tools — but it can’t reliably detect cheating. That’s where OctoProctor comes in. We bring:

  • Smart analytics to detect suspicious patterns
  • ID verification before the test
  • Secure browser control to reduce distractions and unauthorized access
  • Full session recordings and flag reports for review and audit

Together, OctoProctor and Canvas create a fault-tolerant, proctored Canvas environment — perfect for high-stakes assessments.

How Canvas integration works

OctoProctor is designed for seamless Canvas integration:

  • Single sign-on (SSO) support
  • Easy configuration with your existing Canvas courses
  • Fully embedded proctoring experience for test takers
  • Admin-friendly settings for proctoring type, rules, and timing

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FAQ on

Canvas

How does OctoProctor integrate with Canvas LMS?

We offer a native integration — meaning proctoring is launched directly from your Canvas courses. No switching platforms or extra logins.

What types of proctoring are supported?

  • AI proctoring: Smart, scalable, and fully automated
  • Rule-based automation: Flag specific behaviors (e.g., switching tabs)
  • Live monitoring: Real-time supervision by trained proctors

Do test takers need to install anything?

No — OctoProctor is 100% browser-based and mobile-friendly.

What exams can be proctored in Canvas?

OctoProctor supports any high-stakes Canvas test — midterms, finals, certification exams, compliance assessments, and more.