Test day should feel predictable and stress-free and with Kryterion, it is. Our AI-driven check-in process guides candidates step-by-step, providing identity verification and environment security without ever needing to meet with a live proctor.
This guide explains exactly what you need, what the AI will ask for, and how to get fully prepared before you click “Launch.”
The Only Required Item: Your ID
Every candidate needs to have one valid, government-issued ID. It must be:
- Original (no scans or digital photos)
- Unexpired
- Clear and readable
- Matched exactly to the name on your test registration
Acceptable IDs include:
Passport • Driver’s License • National/State ID • Military ID
If your name recently changed, you need to bring official documentation, such as a marriage certificate or court order.
How Kryterion’s AI Check-In Works
Kryterion uses an AI-powered automated check-in system to complete all identity and environment verification before your exam begins. There is no live proctor interaction. Instead, the AI system handles everything.
Here’s what candidates experience:
1. ID Photo Capture
The AI will prompt you to take:
- A clear photo of the front of your ID
- A clear photo of the back of your ID (if applicable)
Make sure your ID is well lit, readable, and not obstructed by glare.
2. AI Room Scan
Next, the system will guide you through capturing photos of your testing environment. You may be asked to show:
- Your entire desk surface
- Under and around the desk
- Walls, floor, and corners of the room
- Any additional monitors
- (must be unplugged or turned away)
The AI confirms that your space is free from unauthorized materials and distractions.
3. Facial Verification
Our AI compares your face to your ID photo to make sure:
- Your face is clearly visible
- Lighting is adequate
- No hats, hoodies, headphones, earbuds, or accessories block visibility
Once all the checks are complete, the system automatically starts your exam.
Prepare Before You Launch
To prevent delays or check-in failures, please do these steps first:
Prepare Your Device
- Plug in your computer or fully charge it
- Close all other applications
- Test your webcam and microphone
- Ensure high-speed, stable internet
- Disable screen-sharing or remote-access tools
Prepare Your Environment
- Clear your desk
- Remove hats, headphones, earbuds, hoodies
- Remove watches, bracelets, necklaces, and lanyards
- Provide bright, even lighting
- Sit in a quiet, private room
- Eliminate background movement or noise
Items Not Allowed
To maintain a secure testing environment, the following must not be present:
- Phones or smartwatches
- Notebooks, printed materials, sticky notes
- Bags, backpacks, purses
- Food or drinks (unless approved accommodation)
- Additional monitors that are plugged in
- External devices, writing tools, or paper
Always check your exam sponsor’s rules for exceptions (e.g., permitted calculators).
Test Day in 30 Seconds
You need only three things:
✔ Your valid ID
✔ A clean, private environment
✔ A ready, functioning device
The AI system will guide you through all verification steps. No live proctor will appear, and no additional interaction is required once the check-in begins.
About Kryterion
Kryterion Inc. is a global leader in innovative testing and credentialing solutions, helping organizations across various sectors develop and manage their assessments with our advanced test development platform and multi-modal delivery solutions. Established in 2001, Kryterion offers secure, integrated services and extensive support, empowering candidates to demonstrate skills and achieve success in world-class careers.