Virtual proctoring is the use of web-based technology to supervise a task or activity, including online courses, exams, and form completions. By using facial detection and recognition technology, this software allows you to verify the identity of the learner and that the learner follows the session rules. In fact, you can monitor the session to verify that the learner is engaged throughout the activity. Because virtual proctoring uses the capabilities of the learner’s web browsers and webcameras, you do not need to install additional software.

During the session, Integrity Advocate uses Application Program Interface (API) technology to request permission from the user to use the user’s webcam for the purposes of verifying their identity and participation. At the beginning of the process, the system will ask the user to present a government-issued photo ID and alongside their face to the webcam. An image of the driver’s license is then digitally stored in an encrypted format to verify the user’s identity. Once verified, the encrypted image file is permanently deleted from the database, and all encrypted driver’s license images are purged within 24 hours of the course being completed.