Why using Incognito mode fails? - Talview Docs

Using Incognito or Private Browsing mode can prevent your assessment or interview from running correctly. Incognito mode restricts how browsers store data and handle permissions, which interferes with essential test and proctoring features.

✅ Common Problems in Incognito Mode

What Goes Wrong	Why It Happens
Camera or microphone access fails	Permissions are not retained or are blocked by default
Screen sharing does not start	Incognito restricts persistent screen and tab access
Test session resets or fails to load	Cookies and local storage are cleared or unavailable
Pop-ups or system prompts do not appear	Pop-up handling is more restrictive
Proctoring features do not activate	Secure monitoring requires saved session data

Final Check Before You Begin

Before launching your test, confirm that:

You are using a standard browser window
Camera and microphone permissions are enabled
The page loads fully without privacy warnings
The browser session remains active without clearing data

Still facing issues?

Review: Chrome Site Permissions
Check: Browser Compatibility Requirements

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