LockDown Browser OEM
LockDown Browser OEM is a specialized secure web browser developed by Respondus that prevents students from accessing other applications or websites during online exams. It's commonly used by educational institutions and integrated with learning management systems like Canvas, Blackboard, and Moodle to maintain academic integrity during remote testing. The OEM version is typically deployed by schools and testing services like Pearson, functioning as a locked-down environment that blocks copying, printing, screen capture, and other potentially disruptive activities. Students are required to use this browser when taking proctored online assessments, as it ensures they cannot navigate away from the exam or access unauthorized resources during testing sessions.
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1 suggestionBased on available information, Respondus appears to still actively maintain LockDown Browser OEM, as evidenced by ongoing support documentation and user discussions about recent macOS compatibility. However, there's no clear confirmation of a native Apple Silicon version being released. Given that this is specialized educational software with no direct alternatives that serve the same institutional purpose, your best option is to continue using the current Intel version through Rosetta 2 while monitoring for updates from Respondus. Check for updates through the browser's built-in update mechanism (select the 'i' button, then 'Check for Update') or contact your educational institution's IT support for guidance on Apple Silicon compatibility.
Native version · Reported by in the community.
This app may have been updated to a native build — device(s) no longer report it as Intel-only, but no explicit confirmation has been received.
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