Monitor
Interviews
Catch Cheaters
We've interviewed hundreds of candidates and witnessed firsthand the dramatic rise in cheating during technical interviews.
Our mission is to level the playing field and ensure that talent, not deception, determines who gets hired.
Cheating is Soaring
23% detection rate,
400% increase in cheating
Companies are struggling to identify genuine talent from those using AI tools and other unfair advantages.
How does Interview Watchdog work?
A simple, secure process that ensures fair technical interviews
Create the Interview
You start by creating the interview directly on the Interview Watchdog website:
- •Enter candidate's name, email, and scheduled date/time
- •Optionally include any browser based meeting link for video calls (Google Meet, Zoom, etc.)
- •Add assessment links (HackerRank, CoderPad, etc.)
Candidate Receives Secure Link
Once the interview is scheduled, the candidate automatically receives:
- •Email with secure join link and access code
- •Step-by-step download instructions
- •Desktop app for Windows and macOS
- •Guided setup process to ensure readiness
Candidate Completes Interview
The candidate completes the interview naturally:
- •Uses familiar coding platforms (HackerRank, CoderPad, etc.)
- •Joins video calls on preferred platforms (Zoom, Google Meet, Teams)
- •No disruption to existing interview workflow
Monitor & Detect
During the interview, our system provides comprehensive monitoring:
- •Desktop app prevents access to other programs and browser tabs during interviews
- •Live feed of the candidate's screen and webcam
- •Instant alerts for suspicious behavior detection and cheating attempts with timestamps for the live stream
- •Complete activity logs and recordings for review
Why Choose
Interview Watchdog?
Watch how Interview Watchdog can help you ensure fair, honest technical interviews.
Complete Solution
Desktop App + Web Platform
Desktop App Security
- Secure full-screen environment with coding editor
- System-level monitoring of all activities
- Automatic blocking of unauthorized applications
- Real-time webcam and screen recording
Real-time Web Dashboard
- Live interview monitoring
- Instant anomaly alerts
- Multi-interview management
AI Behavior Analysis
- 95%+ detection accuracy
- Behavioral pattern recognition
- Detailed analytics reports
Platform Integration
Seamlessly works with existing interview platforms like HackerRank, Codility, and custom coding environments. No need to change your existing workflow.
- HackerRank integration
- Codility compatibility
- Custom platform support
Privacy
is Important to Us
We believe in transparent, responsible data handling that protects both candidates and companies
Configurable Data Retention
You control how long data is stored:
- •Set retention periods in the dashboard
- •Automatic deletion after specified time
- •GDPR and CCPA compliant
Interview-Only Monitoring
Cheating detection is only active during interviews:
- •No monitoring outside interview sessions
- •Clear start and end times
- •Candidate consent required before monitoring
Restricted Data Access
Data is only shared with authorized personnel:
- •Only the interviewer can access recordings
- •Role-based access controls
- •Audit logs for all data access
Our Privacy Commitment
We are committed to protecting candidate privacy while ensuring interview integrity. All data is encrypted in transit and at rest, and we never sell or share personal information with third parties. Our platform is designed with privacy-by-design principles, giving you complete control over data retention and access.
FAQ
Everything you need to know about Interview Watchdog
💡 General
A: Interview Watchdog is a desktop-based proctoring tool that helps companies detect and prevent cheating during technical interviews. Key features include:
- •Real-time monitoring of candidate behavior
- •AI-powered behavior analysis and detection
- •Seamless integrations with platforms like CoderPad
- •Complete interview recordings for review
- •Instant alerts for suspicious activity
A: Unlike browser-only solutions, Interview Watchdog uses a downloadable desktop app that offers deeper insights into the candidate's environment — including active windows, processes, and usage patterns — helping you detect hidden cheating tools more effectively.
🖥️ Features
A: Interview Watchdog can record multiple data points during interviews:
- •Candidate's screen activity
- •Webcam feed for visual monitoring
- •Microphone audio for conversation tracking
- •Active applications and browser tabs (with consent)
- •All recordings are securely stored and available for playback
A: Yes. Live streaming of the candidate's screen and webcam is supported so that interviewers or moderators can watch the session in real time.
A: Absolutely. Interview Watchdog embeds tools like CoderPad inside a secure webview, allowing your team to keep using what you love — with enhanced monitoring layered on top.
A: Our AI flags suspicious behaviors such as switching between windows, looking off-screen repeatedly, background voices, unauthorized application launches, or use of copy/paste commands — all based on customizable rules.
🔒 Privacy & Security
A: Yes. All recordings and logs are encrypted in transit and at rest. We comply with industry-standard privacy laws such as GDPR and only collect data necessary for interview integrity.
A: Yes. Transparency is key. Candidates must explicitly consent before any monitoring begins, and are shown exactly what will be recorded.
A: Yes. Admins can configure what's recorded or monitored per interview type — for example, screen only, or screen + webcam, etc.
⚙️ Setup & Integration
A: Candidates receive a secure link to download the app for Windows or macOS. Setup takes under 2 minutes and requires no technical knowledge.
A: Yes. We offer API integrations and webhook support for major ATS platforms like Workday, Greenhouse, Lever, and more.
A: Yes. Our Enterprise plan offers white-labeled branding so the candidate sees your company's identity, not ours.
📊 Pricing & Plans
A: We offer three flexible pricing plans:
- •Startup Plan: $49/month - 50 interviews with full feature access
- •Business Plan: $189/month - 200 interviews with advanced team management
- •Enterprise Plan: Custom pricing - unlimited interviews, white-labeling, premium support
- •All plans include 30-day free trial
A: Yes. We offer a 14-day free trial so your team can evaluate the full platform without restrictions.
🧑💻 Support
A: We provide 24/7 email support and live chat for Business and Enterprise customers. Startup customers can reach us via email during business hours.
A: Our AI flags events in real-time. You can optionally request human review, typically completed within 24 hours (Enterprise only).
Let's Talk About Your Challenges
We understand that every company faces unique challenges in their interview processes. Whether you're dealing with cheating, remote interview difficulties, or other technical assessment issues, we'd love to hear about your specific problems and discuss potential solutions.
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