How does CanvasTool work?

CanvasTool is a browser extension that modifies Canvas behavior to hide tab switching, automatically save answers, and bypass detection systems. It works seamlessly in the background.

Is it really undetectable?

Yes. CanvasTool intercepts Canvas's tracking mechanisms at the browser level, preventing any suspicious activity from being logged. Your instructors see nothing unusual.

How do I receive access?

After purchasing, you'll instantly receive a download link and activation key via email. Setup takes less than 2 minutes.

What browsers are supported?

CanvasTool supports Chrome, Edge, Brave, Opera, and other Chromium-based desktop browsers through Tampermonkey.

All purchases are final except where a refund is required by applicable law or expressly approved by CanvasTool. A day key is available for short-term testing.

CanvasTool / Jul 3, 2026 / By CanvasTool Team

CanvasTool Proctor Compatibility: What It Is and When You Need It

Proctor Compatibility is CanvasTool's paid add-on for students whose courses pair Canvas with proctoring software. Standard CanvasTool runs in your browser; proctored environments are more restricted, so Proctor Compatibility includes an additional desktop application alongside the browser side. Here's what it is, who actually needs it, and how setup works.

Key takeaways

Proctor Compatibility is a paid add-on for students whose courses pair Canvas with proctoring software.
It includes a desktop application alongside the standard browser setup.
You only need it if a course actually uses proctoring, so check your quiz details pages first.
It can be added at checkout with a toggle, with Windows-only Proctor totals from $5 to $350.

Do I need Proctor Compatibility?

You need it only if your courses use proctoring software with Canvas quizzes or exams. Quick check: open an upcoming quiz's details page in Canvas. If it mentions a proctoring requirement or launches through a proctoring tool, that course is proctored. If none of your courses mention proctoring, the standard CanvasTool plans are all you need, and you can add Proctor Compatibility later if a future course requires it.

What does Proctor Compatibility include?

Proctor Compatibility includes the Windows desktop component needed for CanvasTool in restricted proctored course environments. It pairs with your normal CanvasTool browser setup, uses the same license flow, and is tied to the duration of the plan you choose. If your course never launches through proctoring software, you do not need this add-on.

How does pricing work?

Proctor Compatibility is an add-on, not a separate product. At checkout, toggle it on and the total updates before you pay. Like all CanvasTool plans, it's a one-time payment tied to your plan duration, with no auto-renewal.

With Proctor Compatibility included, the totals are Day ($5), Week ($15), Month ($35), 3 Month ($65), Year ($150), and Lifetime ($350).

How do I install the Proctor Compatibility desktop app?

First complete the standard setup from the install guide (Tampermonkey, script import, key redemption). Then:

Add Proctor Compatibility during checkout, or contact support to add it to an existing plan.
Download the Proctor Compatibility desktop installer from the purchase email or support instructions.
Run the installer on your Windows device.
Open CanvasTool on your Canvas page and confirm your license key is redeemed.
Launch the desktop component before starting the proctored Canvas workflow.

A note on the Windows install: Windows may show a SmartScreen notice when running a newly downloaded installer from a smaller publisher. This can happen with independent software and does not mean your key is invalid. Use the official download link from your purchase email or support instructions.

What are the system requirements?

Proctor Compatibility is Windows only. Standard CanvasTool still runs through Tampermonkey in major desktop browsers, but the Proctor Compatibility desktop component requires a Windows device.

Where do I get help with Proctor setup?

Proctor questions are handled through the support page, which connects to Discord. Include your OS version and the point where setup stopped; compatibility questions about a specific course setup can be checked there before you buy.

FAQ

Can I add Proctor Compatibility after buying a standard plan?

Yes. Reach out through support to add it to an existing plan, or include it at checkout on your next purchase.

Does Proctor Compatibility replace my proctoring software?Is it a subscription?Does standard CanvasTool work in proctored quizzes without the add-on?What proctoring setups are supported?

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