How to Use Ofradr with ProctorU
ProctorU is one of the most widely used proctoring services for universities and certifications. Here's how Ofradr helps.
ProctorU Monitoring
- Live human proctors watching
- AI-powered behavior detection
- Screen recording
- Webcam monitoring
- Browser lockdown
Ofradr's Stealth Features
Ofradr's native overlay doesn't appear in screen recordings or webcam views. Neither AI nor human proctors can see it. Your eyes stay on screen while receiving invisible assistance.
How ProctorU monitors your session
ProctorU offers both live human proctors and automated AI monitoring for high-stakes remote exams. Understanding exactly what it watches is the first step to using a tool like Ofradr safely alongside it.
ProctorU typically relies on a combination of the following signals to flag candidates:
- Live proctors who watch the webcam and screen in real time
- AI flagging between human reviews
- Screen sharing and remote desktop inspection before the exam
- Room and ID scans at check-in
Why Ofradr stays invisible to ProctorU
Most "AI helpers" are Electron or browser-based apps that show up as a visible window, a new process, or a screen-share layer — exactly the things ProctorU is built to catch. Ofradr takes a different approach.
Ofradr is a lightweight (~800KB) native overlay rendered at the system compositor level. It is not a browser tab or a shared window, so it does not appear in ProctorU's screen capture, recordings, or active-window checks. There is no obvious process name, and the overlay can be toggled instantly with a hotkey.
Because the assistance happens off the captured surface, ProctorU sees a normal, focused candidate while you read solutions, hints, and complexity analysis privately.
Practical tips for ProctorU live-proctored exams
Stealth tooling is only half the equation — behaviour matters just as much when ProctorU is recording. Keep these habits in mind:
- Keep your eyes on the screen and avoid obvious glances away from the camera.
- Type your answers naturally instead of pasting large blocks at once.
- Read the suggested approach, then write it in your own words and structure.
- Run Ofradr offline with a local model when the environment blocks outbound traffic.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can ProctorU detect Ofradr?
No. ProctorU inspects shared windows, browser activity, and screen recordings. Ofradr renders as a native system-level overlay that is excluded from those capture paths, so it does not appear in ProctorU's monitoring.
Does Ofradr work while ProctorU is in full-screen lockdown?
Yes. Ofradr's overlay sits above the locked-down environment without interrupting it, so you keep full access to assistance even when ProctorU restricts other applications.
Is Ofradr free to use with ProctorU?
Yes, the Ofradr Community Edition is free. Unlike subscription tools such as Cluely ($20/month) or Interview Coder ($19/month), you can use Ofradr at no cost.
Does Ofradr need an internet connection during a ProctorU session?
No. Ofradr supports local models like Llama and Mistral, so it can run completely offline. Your screen content and prompts never leave your machine.