Codility can record a candidate's screen, but screen recording is not automatically enabled for every assessment. The hiring company chooses which integrity and proctoring features apply to a particular test. The invitation and the assessment introduction should explain what is being monitored before the test begins.
What Codility may monitor
Depending on the employer's configuration, Codility may use several signals:
- Screen recording or screen capture
- Webcam and audio recording
- Tab switching and focus changes
- Copy and paste events
- Typing or code-evolution patterns
- Plagiarism and similarity checks
These features are not interchangeable. A test may log browser activity without recording a video of the entire screen. Another assessment may require screen, camera, and microphone access for the full session.
Is every Codility test proctored?
No. Proctoring is configured by the employer and can vary by role, assessment type, and security requirement. A standard coding test may rely on automated test cases and code review, while a certified or high-stakes assessment may require identity verification and recorded evidence.
Read the permissions request and disclosure on the assessment introduction page. If the test asks for camera, microphone, or screen access, you should know why before granting permission. Contact the recruiter if the invitation and the on-screen disclosure do not match.
If your assessment runs on a different platform, the format still matters — what to expect in an eSkill test covers the question types and timing on another widely used screening tool.
What candidates should do before starting
Test your browser, camera, microphone, and internet connection. Close unrelated applications and notifications. Put your phone away if the rules prohibit outside devices, and make sure the room is quiet enough for any required audio capture.
Do not try to bypass monitoring or use an undisclosed assistant. The assessment is intended to measure your own work, and unusual behavior can lead to a manual review or an invalid result.
If you are comparing coding assessment platforms, see does CodinGame record screen for its monitoring and proctoring setup.
What recruiters should explain
Recruiters should state whether the assessment is proctored, what permissions are required, how long the session takes, and who candidates should contact if the technology fails. Clear communication reduces avoidable candidate anxiety and prevents people from discovering the rules only after the timer starts.
Monitoring should also be proportional to the role. If a simple skills check does not require full recording, using less intrusive settings can improve candidate experience without weakening the evaluation.
For broader tool-selection criteria, see our guide to technical skills screening software.
Can Codility detect cheating or AI-assisted answers?
Codility publishes dozens of tasks and can use similarity, plagiarism, and code-evolution signals to flag suspicious submissions. It does not claim a universal AI or ChatGPT detector across every assessment. How strongly the platform detects generated or copied code depends on the tasks, the employer's settings, and the review process.
If your workflow depends on knowing whether a candidate used AI assistance, ask your account representative which integrity signals are available and how they are enforced. A written answer about the detection setup is more reliable than a general claim.
Does Codility use a camera or webcam?
Only when the employer enables webcam and microphone recording for the assessment. Many Codility tests rely on code review and automated test cases without a camera. If a session requests camera and microphone access, the invitation should say why before the timed portion starts.
Plan for the stricter configuration if you are unsure. Test the camera and microphone, confirm the room conditions, and be ready for an identity or audio check in assessments that require one.
Common questions about Codility monitoring
Does Codility flag tab switching? The platform can track tab and focus changes, and the employer may review the timing of those events in context.
Can I take a Codility test without a camera? Only if the employer's configuration does not require one. The invitation controls what is mandatory.
Do Codility recordings get shared with future employers? Codility's handling of assessment recordings and data is governed by its terms, privacy policy, and the employer's data practices. Review the disclosures provided to you and ask the recruiter how the data is used.
Bottom line
Codility may record the screen or other media when the employer enables those features. It is not a universal setting. Check the assessment disclosure, follow the stated rules, and ask the recruiter about any permission that is unclear.