Why is Screen sharing blocked by admin restrictions?

If you’re unable to share your screen during a test or interview, it might be due to restrictions set by your system administrator or IT policy. This can prevent the platform from verifying your activity, which may result in delays, auto-cancellation of the session, or disqualification. Follow the steps below to identify and resolve the issue quickly.

✅ Common Causes and Fixes

What Might Be Wrong	What You Can Do
Device is managed by an organization (school/work)	Use a personal device if possible, or request temporary access permissions from your IT team.
Browser lacks screen share permissions	On Google Chrome, click the 🔒 lock icon in the address bar > Select Site settings > Set Camera, Microphone, and Screen sharing (if visible) to Allow > Refresh or restart the browser for changes to apply. On Microsoft Edge, click the 🔒 lock icon in the address bar > Choose Permissions for this site > Set Camera, Microphone, and Screen sharing (if available) to Allow > Restart the browser for changes to apply. On Mozilla Firefox, visit the site > When prompted, select the screen/window/tab to share > Click Allow to confirm sharing > Make sure you’re not using Private Mode, as screen sharing is blocked there.
Security software blocking screen capture	Temporarily disable or configure antivirus/firewall settings to allow screen sharing.
Screen share not enabled for virtual desktops or remote sessions	Try using a direct system (not through Remote Desktop, Citrix, or similar environments).
Outdated browser or OS restrictions	Update your browser and operating system to the latest versions.

🔐 For macOS Users: Grant Screen Recording Access

Go to System Settings > Privacy & Security > Screen Recording
Enable access for your browser (e.g., Chrome or Edge)
Restart the browser after enabling

Additional Troubleshooting:

Still facing issues? Try these:

Restart your browser and system
Join the session using Google Chrome, Microsoft Edge or Firefox (recommended)
Check if screen recording is allowed in your OS settings (especially on macOS)

Before joining your interview, ensure that your system allows screen sharing. 👉 Run a Screen Share Test to confirm it’s working correctly. You should be able to select and share your entire screen or a specific window.

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Why is Screen sharing blocked by admin restrictions?

✅ Common Causes and Fixes

🔐 For macOS Users: Grant Screen Recording Access

Additional Troubleshooting:

​✅ Common Causes and Fixes

​🔐 For macOS Users: Grant Screen Recording Access

​Additional Troubleshooting:

​🛠 Final Check: Test Your Screen Sharing

✅ Common Causes and Fixes

🔐 For macOS Users: Grant Screen Recording Access

Additional Troubleshooting:

🛠 Final Check: Test Your Screen Sharing