safe-exam-browser
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Description:
Web browser environment to carry out e-assessments safely
Type: Cask  |  Latest Version: 3.6.1@0  |  Tracked Since: Dec 28, 2025
Links: Homepage  |  @SafeExamBrowser  |  formulae.brew.sh
Category: Security
Tags: education security browser assessment locked-down
Install: brew install --cask safe-exam-browser
About:
Safe Exam Browser is a locked-down web browser environment designed to prevent cheating during digital exams. It restricts access to system resources, other applications, and unauthorized websites, ensuring a secure testing environment. The browser enforces strict lockdown policies and communicates with a backend server for exam configuration and monitoring.
Key Features:
  • Locks down the system to prevent unauthorized access
  • Blocks access to other applications and system functions
  • Enables secure communication with exam backend servers
  • Provides configuration tools for exam administrators
Use Cases:
  • University and school digital examinations
  • Professional certification testing
  • Remote proctored assessments
Alternatives:
  • Respondus LockDown Browser – Commercial alternative with similar lockdown functionality
  • Safe Exam Browser (Linux) – Open-source Linux version with cross-platform compatibility
Version History
Detected Version Rev Change Commit
Sep 9, 2025 11:16pm 3.6 0 VERSION_BUMP 582a9b4f
Jul 6, 2024 8:14pm 3.3.3 0 VERSION_BUMP 57e5fa54