Glider AI can record your screen, webcam, and microphone during an assessment — but only when the hiring company has enabled proctoring for that test. Glider's own candidate help center states that "if your prospective employer has chosen to proctor the assessment, your video will be recorded while you take the assessment," and its proctoring product page describes "webcam & screen feed recording."
What Glider AI captures when proctoring is on
Glider AI is a skills validation and proctoring platform used for coding, technical, and behavioral assessments. When proctoring is enabled, the platform can capture:
- Screen feed. The candidate's screen activity during the test, including which applications and tabs are open.
- Webcam video. Continuous or periodic camera feed used to verify the person taking the test.
- Audio. Microphone input, monitored for background voices or assistance.
- Identity verification. ID checks before the test starts, so the recorded session is tied to the right person.
The specific combination depends on the employer's configuration. Glider gives recruiters granular controls over how strictly to monitor each test, from a simple timed assessment up to full video and screen recording.
When recording happens
Recording is not universal. An employer must explicitly choose to proctor the assessment and configure the recording options. Many Glider tests run unproctored, in which case the candidate is not recorded. Reddit discussions about Glider frequently mention receiving a clear notice that webcam, microphone, and desktop recording are required before the test begins — so if recording applies to your test, you should see it disclosed up front.
Glider's monitoring also produces "suspicious activity" flags during the session — for example, human voices detected for a portion of the test, or looking away from the camera — which the hiring team reviews after completion.
What candidates should know
If you are scheduled for a Glider assessment, check the test invitation. It will state whether the employer requires camera, microphone, or screen-sharing access. If proctoring is enabled:
- Expect your screen and camera to be captured for the full test.
- Close other applications and clear your workspace.
- Avoid talking or having other people in the room.
These measures exist to keep assessments fair for everyone, but you should never be surprised by them — the platform discloses recording requirements before the test starts.
Why employers use screen recording
For hiring teams, proctored recording answers a blunt question: did the person who applied actually complete the work? It prevents proxy test-taking, tabbing out to look up answers, and AI-assisted cheating. Screen recording is one component of a broader candidate screening process, used alongside skills scoring and structured interviews rather than as a standalone signal.
The downside is friction. Heavy proctoring can deter strong candidates, so most teams reserve full recording for roles where integrity risk is high and keep lighter settings for early-stage screening.
Bottom line
Glider AI records your screen, webcam, and audio when the employer enables proctoring for an assessment. Recording is disclosed before the test begins, and it is tied to the specific proctoring settings the hiring company selected.