Does HackerRank Record Your Webcam During Coding Tests?
2025-10-10
Seeing a webcam prompt during an assessment instantly raises anxiety. A lot of candidates wonder if HackerRank is actively recording them throughout the test.
Here is the straight answer.
HackerRank does not automatically record your webcam for most standard coding assessments. Webcam recording only happens in specific proctored or identity verified tests, and you are explicitly told when that is the case.
When does HackerRank use webcam recording?
Webcam recording is only used when the company running the assessment enables proctoring features.
This usually applies to:
- High stakes enterprise hiring
- University exams
- Certification style assessments
In those cases, you will be required to grant camera access before the test begins. If you never see a webcam permission request, your camera is not being recorded.
What happens in non proctored assessments?
In regular HackerRank tests, no webcam footage is captured.
The platform focuses on:
- Code submissions
- Time spent per question
- Browser activity signals
There is no silent background camera recording happening without your consent.
Why candidates still worry about webcams
The concern often comes from vague instructions or stories online. Some people assume that because monitoring exists, everything must be recorded.
In reality, webcam recording is a clearly defined feature that requires permission. HackerRank cannot legally or technically record your camera without it.
What candidates should focus on instead
Instead of worrying about hidden webcam recording, the real risk comes from how you interact with the test environment.
Frequent tab switching, copying code from other sources, or visibly struggling and panicking can raise flags far more than anything camera related.
Staying focused and calm matters more than anything else.
Staying confident during live assessments
Many candidates use external thinking aids that do not require touching the browser or interacting with the test page at all. This avoids unnecessary behavior that can get logged.
StealthCoder was built with this exact scenario in mind. It runs separately from the browser and helps you reason through problems without triggering webcam prompts, tab switches, or copy paste events.
Understanding the rules gives you confidence. Choosing the right setup keeps you focused.