Proctoring solutions for Open edX

A seamless proctoring integration for scalable and secure assessments

OctoProctor brings online proctoring software directly into your Open edX LMS — so you can deliver secure, credible assessments without compromising learner experience or platform flexibility. Whether you’re running professional certification programs, large-scale MOOCs, or university courses, OctoProctor’s proctoring solution adapts to your needs. All our proctoring solutions are built to support Open edX’s unique modular approach and multi-course flexibility.

Effortless integration with Open edX

OctoProctor is natively integrated with Open edX LMS, so your team can enable online proctoring without technical hassle.

  • Plug-and-play setup
  • LTI 1.3 and XBlock support
  • Seamless embedding into course environments
  • No disruption to your current exam delivery system

The result? A secure proctoring solution that feels like a natural part of your Open edX-powered learning experience.

When Open edX customers need proctoring

Powerful insights & exam control

OctoProctor enhances your Open edX-based exam delivery system with built-in analytics and visibility features:

  • Session recordings with video, audio, and screen data
  • Behavior flagging and incident logging
  • Audit-ready session summaries
  • Reporting dashboards for performance and compliance reviews

Designed with test takers in mind

Online proctoring should protect exam integrity — without making life harder for your learners. That’s why OctoProctor is built to ensure a smooth, respectful, and stress-free experience for test-takers using Open edX LMS. What makes OctoProctor test-taker friendly?

No downloads or plugins

Candidates launch exams in their browser — no installations, updates, or compatibility issues.

Minimal setup, fast check-in

Identity verification and system checks are intuitive, quick, and clearly guided.

Non-intrusive monitoring

Our proctoring solutions, whether AI-based or live, work quietly in the background without distracting the user.

Low-bandwidth compatible

OctoProctor supports exams from 256 Kbit/s and adapts to unstable internet conditions with auto-reconnects.

With OctoProctor, you can scale secure testing without sacrificing learner experience — from Open edX-powered MOOCs to credentialed professional exams.

Data privacy and security first

OctoProctor is trusted by universities, certification bodies, and global training teams for its security-first design:

  • Fully GDPR-compliant
  • End-to-end encrypted remote proctoring sessions
  • Transparent data policies
  • Customizable data retention settings

Insights

FAQ on

Open edX

Is OctoProctor officially integrated with Open edX LMS?

Yes. OctoProctor provides a reliable LTI-based integration and supports XBlocks, making it a natural fit for Open edX course environments.

What types of proctoring are available?

We offer automated, AI-enhanced, live monitoring, and hybrid proctoring — all designed for different exam risk levels and formats.

Can I monitor exams in real time?

Yes. With live monitoring, human proctors can observe candidate behavior during the exam and intervene when needed.

Is the proctoring system compatible with MOOCs?

Absolutely. OctoProctor is built to scale — ideal for MOOC platforms with thousands of concurrent test-takers.

Is the solution GDPR-compliant?

Yes — our online proctoring software is fully compliant with GDPR and other international privacy regulations.

Do learners need to install anything?

No. OctoProctor is a fully browser-based remote proctoring platform. Just a webcam, mic, and a modern browser are required.