Reviewed 2026-10-18
Best HARPA AI Alternative for Proctored Exams (2026)
Why Chrome automation extensions like HARPA AI are blocked by Proctorio, Honorlock, and LockDown Browser, and how NoLock works instead.
Why students switch from HARPA AI to NoLock
| Feature / Workflow | NoLock | HARPA AI |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Native OS-level desktop app outside Chrome | Chrome browser extension |
| Proctor detection | Invisible to Chrome extension scanners and DOM monitors | Detected and disabled by Proctorio/Honorlock; cannot install in LockDown Browser |
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What to check before your exam
- Confirm your exact proctor (Respondus LockDown Browser, Honorlock, Proctorio, Safe Exam Browser, Examplify, or Pearson OnVUE) and LMS (Canvas, Blackboard, Brightspace, Moodle).
- Choose the matching NoLock build for macOS 14+ or Windows 11.
- Test the screenshot chat, macOS hold-to-solve workflow, or Canvas + Respondus Autosolver on a practice quiz before exam day.
Frequently asked questions
Does HARPA AI work inside Respondus LockDown Browser?
Chrome browser extension. NoLock is engineered natively for macOS and Windows 11 with verified Respondus LockDown Browser support and a dedicated Canvas Autosolver.
What is the main difference between NoLock and HARPA AI?
Why Chrome automation extensions like HARPA AI are blocked by Proctorio, Honorlock, and LockDown Browser, and how NoLock works instead. NoLock operates as a native desktop overlay with a published per-proctor compatibility directory across Respondus LockDown Browser, Honorlock, Proctorio, Safe Exam Browser, Examplify, and Pearson OnVUE.
How should I compare NoLock with HARPA AI before an exam?
Verify your exact operating system (macOS 14+ or Windows 11), LMS (Canvas, Blackboard, Brightspace, or Moodle), and required proctor, then test your workflow on a practice quiz before exam day.