Download & Install LockDown Browser

Download and Install Instructions

LockDown Browser is available on Windows, Mac, Chromebook, and iOS iPad app (NOT available on iPhone).

Before taking a test, students must download and install the Detroit Mercy LockDown browser from the following URL:

http://www.respondus.com/lockdown/download.php?id=945835138

This version of LockDown Browser is unique to the University of Detroit Mercy (when launched it only opens our Blackboard login page). Download and installation instructions can be found on that page.

Students can only use this version of LockDown browser for testing at Detroit Mercy.
If you are using an iPad, you will download the LockDown Browser app from the App Store.

Taking a Test With LockDown Browser

  1. CETL strongly encourages you to restart your computer before starting a test that uses LockDown Browser. Most of the issues we encounter with LockDown Browser are resolved by a restart.
     
  2. If you are taking a test in an ultra-style course site, LockDown Browser will launch automatically over the top of your standard browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Edge) when you begin your test. 
     
  3. When you launch LockDown Browser you will likely get one or more message windows indicating you need to close an application.

    Click the Close application and continue button to launch LockDown Browser. After you have completed your test, you can relaunch any closed applications or restart your computer to restore your computer to its normal state.
     
  4. If your assessment is using Monitor (the webcam enabled remote proctoring aspect of LockDown Browser), you will be required to go through some set-up steps before beginning your assessment. If you are taking a timed assessment, your timer will not start until after you have completed these steps.