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Surpass SecureClient
What it is
Surpass SecureClient is a secure browser application for delivering examinations, including offline tests. During an exam, it locks down the computer to prevent access to other programs or files. The Surpass test driver uses encryption and other security features to block access to blacklisted third-party applications. Candidates can complete tests without an internet connection; finished tests upload to Surpass when connectivity returns. To install the application, a candidate selects Secure Delivery in the Surpass Platform and installs SecureClient from the Launch Test screen. It supports Windows, macOS, and iOS/iPad. On Windows 11, text suggestion and autocorrect settings must be disabled before SecureClient can launch. Surpass offers API options for connecting assessment data and results with third-party services. Its customer base includes credentialing and licensure organizations, K–12 and higher education institutions, government agencies, and national testing programs. Surpass lists ISO 27001:2022 information security management certification. Product and technical help is available through its support form, while test takers are directed to their exam provider. No public price is shown.
For and against
For
- Supports offline exams with later upload to Surpass.
- Blocks access to other programs or files during exams.
- Available for Windows, macOS, and iOS/iPad.
- API options connect assessment data and results to third parties.
Against
- Windows 11 text suggestion and autocorrect settings must be disabled.
- No public price is shown.
- Test takers are directed to their exam provider for assistance.
The verdict
SecureClient provides locked-down and offline exam delivery across supported desktop and mobile platforms. Windows 11 users have a settings prerequisite, and pricing is not publicly listed.
Who it suits
SecureClient suits organizations delivering exams that need device lockdown or offline assessment. Surpass serves credentialing and licensure bodies, schools, government agencies, and national testing programs.
Plans and prices
Surpass SecureClient
No public price shown; install through the Surpass Platform for Windows or via the App Store for the supported operating system.
Read 3 Oct 2026 · surpass.com
On the record
- Access
- SecureClient is installed from the Launch Test screen after selecting Secure Delivery in the Surpass Platform.surpass.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Audience
- Surpass serves credentialing and licensure organizations, K–12 institutions, higher education, government agencies, and national testing programs.surpass.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Company history
- Surpass says its business was established in 1985 by Dr. Bob Gomersall.surpass.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Integrations
- Surpass provides API options for connecting assessment data and results with third-party services.surpass.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Lockdown
- SecureClient locks down computers so other programs or files cannot be accessed during an examination.surpass.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Offline delivery
- SecureClient supports offline testing and uploads completed tests to Surpass when an internet connection is restored.surpass.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Purpose
- SecureClient is a secure browser application for delivering exams, including offline testing.surpass.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Secure delivery
- The Surpass test driver uses encryption and other security features to block access to blacklisted third-party applications.surpass.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Security certification
- Surpass lists ISO 27001:2022 information security management certification on its site.surpass.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Setup limitation
- On Windows 11, several text suggestion and autocorrect settings must be disabled before SecureClient can launch.surpass.com · read 3 Oct 2026
- Support
- Surpass offers product and technical assistance through its customer support form, and directs test takers to their exam provider for help.surpass.com · read 3 Oct 2026
