LockDown Browser: AP Classroom Edition

LockDown Browser is a custom browser that locks down the exam environment within specific learning and assessment systems

LockDown Browser: AP Classroom Edition

"LockDown Browser: AP Classroom Edition" is a custom browser designed to provide a secure testing environment for students using the AP Classroom platform. It restricts access to other URLs, switching applications, and copying or printing questions, ensuring that students remain focused until they submit their assessments. Exclusively for Chromebooks, this extension replaces the prior kiosk application and supports AP Classroom's online quizzes, collecting data solely for the College Board's services.

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Extension stats

By: Respondus Inc

Users: 5,000,000+

Rating: 1.34

(74)

0.02

Version: 0.4.00.04 (Last updated: 2025-03-10)

Creation date: 2024-02-08

Risk:

Permissions:

system.display
history
cookies
storage
notifications
webNavigation
webRequest
tabs
activeTab
scripting

Host permissions:

http://*/*
https://*/*
<all_urls>

Size: 197.63K

Email: su*****@respondus.com

URLs: Privacy policy

Full description: See detailed description

Ranking

# 91 ▲ 172,369

Other platforms

Not available on Android

Not available on Firefox

Not available on Edge

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.

Pros

Attempts to provide security for online exams
May help some students focus by restricting access to certain websites

Cons

Overheats Chromebooks and drains battery life
Blocks access to important educational resources and websites
Reportedly installs malware and invades privacy
Poorly coded with many technical issues leading to crashes

Most mentioned

Overheating issues with Chromebooks
Blocks access to essential websites for research
Concerns about privacy and malware installations

User reviews

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Ryne Jace Manguni, 2025-03-14

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Lucas Jaime, 2025-03-14

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Extension safety

Risk impact

LockDown Browser: AP Classroom Edition requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk impact analysis details

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Risk likelihood

LockDown Browser: AP Classroom Edition is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this extension.

Risk likelihood analysis details

High This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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