AI product readSecure locked-down browser environment for taking PSI online proctored exams
Enables secure, monitored online exam delivery by restricting browser capabilities (tab creation, window creation, extension enabling), capturing desktop/webcam/microphone, and providing real-time proctor communication during test sessions
User installs the extension, then launches a PSI proctored exam session. The extension activates a secure check-in flow: (1) system hardware/software check, (2) identity verification with ID photo, (3) agreements acceptance, (4) camera/microphone permission, (5) start test. During the exam, the extension locks down the browser (no new tabs/windows/extensions), streams webcam/screen to proctor, provides live chat with proctor, and supports break requests. After exam completion, the extension auto-closes.
Locked-down browser environment preventing new tabs, windows, and extensions during examsDesktop/screen capture and webcam/microphone access for proctoring monitoringLive chat with proctor during exam sessionIdentity verification and check-in flow (ID confirmation, photo match)Break request system with proctor approvalBuilt-in whiteboard/notepad tool
- Target users
- Test-takers using PSI's online proctored examination platform / Candidates for professional certification exams, licensure tests, and other remotely proctored assessments
- The background worker and UI JS files are heavily minified, limiting ability to trace exact authentication flow logic
- Cannot fully determine if the OAuth2 flow authenticates the test-taker directly or uses service-to-service tokens after the user authenticates on PSI's website
- The externally_connectable localhost:50161 pattern suggests integration with a local PSI application, but the local app's role is unclear
MonetizationNo paid features detected
No evidence of paid features, subscriptions, premium tiers, or in-app purchases within the extension. All keyword hits for 'checkout' refer to exam completion (e.g., 'This test is completed. PSI Chrome Extension will auto-close in {{countdown}}'), not e-commerce payments. All 'pro' matches are fragments of 'proctor' terminology. No billing, Stripe, payment platform, upgrade, or premium feature references found anywhere in the source. PSI's exam scheduling is a separate business service, not gated within this extension.
- Confidence
- 90
- Payment platform
- --
- Source
- AI / High
- Login required
- Yes
- Reason
- The extension requires users to have a scheduled exam through PSI's platform. It communicates with PSI's OAuth2 authentication endpoints (hydra.bridge.psiexams.com/oauth2/auth, /oauth2/token) and auth token services (mps.bridge.psiexams.com/api/auth/token). The check-in flow includes identity verification (ID confirmation, photo match, reservation match). The extension itself has no login UI; authentication occurs on PSI's exam platform, and the extension operates as a secured proctoring environment once the exam session is initiated.
Horrendous experience. Exam platform crashed 5 times -- was not due to my internet connection as I tested it before, and the device I used was the only device using my network. Proctors were rude, my exam time ticked down during the 5 breaks that occurred when the platform crashed. I got 2 warnings for talking and violating the exam policy when my EXAM WAS NOT OPENED/RELEASED to me in these in-between periods. Extremely, extremely frustrating and horrible experience.
for the most part, I found the system easy and simple. the only thing that really bothered me was the warning about reading the questions out loud. they sent me a message saying they will end the exam if i spoke out loud and that scared me.
I had so many issues with this system. The first time I attempted to take the exam I got an error message and was not able to continue with the exam, the 2nd time I was 3 questions in and the proctor stopped being able to see me. I had to restart my browser and start the verification process all over. I've never shared the inside of my bedroom with so many strangers before. 0/10 do not recommend.
Cannot even see the questions clearly and do not know exactly if you in the right pages. Just very horrible experiences and wash of money.
i had multiple issues with the connection. the IT was not helpful . I did more on my own. I had to remove the cookies , PSI extension and restart a few times to get the initial connection to work. After that i got disconnected 3 times and each time had to go thru the room survey ... the overall experience was frustrating and definitely not good for taking a certification test. the proctor/s were polite
I recently experienced an exceptionally smooth exam process, thanks to the outstanding support provided by both the IT and proctoring teams. When I initially encountered login issues, the IT support representative demonstrated excellent customer service, remaining on the line until the issue was fully resolved. He communicated clearly about the process and ensured I was comfortable before ending the call, wishing me luck for my exam. The proctor was professional and thorough, carefully inspecting my environment and politely requesting the removal of any items that were not permitted. My proctor wished me luck as well! I appreciated their respectful and diligent approach, which helped set a positive tone for the exam. The exam platform itself was user-friendly, with intuitive features such as the help and time buttons that made the process even smoother. Overall, I am grateful for the seamless and supportive experience during what can often be a stressful time. Thank you to everyone involved for your professionalism and assistance.
Test format is easy but the proctor portion at the top does take up too much space at the top.
It was clunky to use and my proctor didn't answer my questions at all. You have to minimize the top to see the questions. Took a good 5 minutes to figure that out with no help from the PSI guy. The text is small and even if you zoom in, the text does not get bigger.
Very easy to use
it runs slow at times especially when in chat