Cheating Protection Measures in Marty
Copy/Paste Protection
Candidates cannot copy or paste question text from the assessment. This reduces the risk of searching for answers online. However, the questions are designed to be unique and practical, not easily found through a search engine. Real-world resource use is acceptable when aligned with job relevance.
Email Verification
Before accessing an assessment, candidates must verify their email address. Only after verification do they receive a secure link to the test.
Proctoring (Webcam & Screen Sharing)
If proctoring is enabled, the system captures webcam snapshots and screen activity during the test at regular intervals. These snapshots are then visible in the candidate's report.
The Anti-Cheat Monitor: Explained
Each assessment includes an anti-cheat report with the following indicators:
Item | Description |
Device | The type of device used by the candidate (e.g., desktop, laptop, tablet). |
Location | The detected location (city and country) is based on the IP address. |
IP | The IP address from which the test was taken. |
Browser Fingerprinting | A unique identifier created based on the browser configuration and environment. |
Single Submission from IP? | Confirms whether multiple submissions came from the same IP. A "No" might indicate risk. |
Single Submission from Browser? | Verifies whether the test was completed using the same browser fingerprint. |
Webcam Enabled Throughout? | Indicates whether the webcam remained active during the entire test. |
Full-Screen Mode Maintained? | Confirms that the test was taken in full-screen mode without interruption. |
Screen Sharing Continuously Active? | It shows whether screen sharing was active the whole time, if enabled. |
Mouse Stayed in the Window? | Tracks whether the mouse remained inside the assessment window (to avoid tab switching). |
No Remote Assistance Detected? | Shows if there’s any indication of external help or remote control detected. |
Proctoring (Image Count) | Number of webcam screenshots captured during the test (typically every 30 seconds). |
Understanding the "Possible Cheating" Flag
A "Possible cheating" warning is shown if certain test integrity indicators are not met. Some examples include:
The candidate shares an IP or browser fingerprint with someone who has already taken the test.
The webcam, full-screen mode, or screen sharing was disabled or interrupted.
The mouse frequently left the test window, indicating tab-switching.
Attempts were made to access developer tools or manipulate the test environment.
This flag does not automatically mean that the candidate cheated. It signals irregularities worth reviewing in context. If needed, consider contacting the candidate for clarification.
GDPR Compliance and Data Privacy
Marty is fully GDPR-compliant. No personal data is stored longer than necessary, and proctoring data (screenshots and logs) is handled securely. Candidate activity is tracked only during the assessment for the purpose of ensuring fairness and data protection.
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