Online exam platform for secure, high-stakes exams

Deliver secure exams with an online exam platform built to protect exam integrity, streamline delivery, and give you confidence at scale.

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Trusted by professional organisations, awarding bodies, and universities worldwide

  • 500K+

    Users worldwide

  • 10M+

    Tests taken

  • 277M+

    Questions answered

  • 99.99%

    Uptime

Online exam platform

Built to support every stage of the exam process

From practice tests to high-stakes assessments, Synap supports the full online exam lifecycle in one secure platform.

Create online exams

Question types

Create engaging online exams with a wide range of question formats. Choose from auto-graded options like multiple choice, drag and drop, and fill-in-the-blank, or manually marked responses such as essays and audio recordings – all optimised for online exam authoring.

Explore more question types

Question authoring screen showing multiple question types including MCQ, free text, audio and video recording.

Deliver online exams

Scheduling

Schedule exams to take place for concurrent users on the same day, at the same time. Alternatively, grant a window of access so users can take the exam at a convenient time for them.

Learn more about exam scheduling

Calendar interface showing fixed date scheduling and candidate deadline configuration.

Proctoring & exam security

Proctoring options

Use Synap's built-in, light proctoring with periodic webcam and screen captures, or opt for full video monitoring via Rosalyn, our proctoring partner. AI detection flags unusual activity, with footage stored for audit reviews.

Explore exam proctoring options

Exam interface showing candidate live webcam feed for online proctoring.

Get started

Unlock Synap’s cutting-edge exam features

Schedule a demo and start a 14-day free trial to streamline your online exams today

Marking, grading & certification

On-platform marking

Assign marks to short written, essay, and audio responses, providing personalised feedback to candidates, and seamlessly coordinate grading efforts using Synap's on-platform marking tool.

Explore exam marking tools

On-platform marking interface with rubric credits, marking guidelines and candidate feedback fields.

Reporting & analytics

Tag breakdown

Dive into detailed analytics with topic, subtopic, and difficulty level breakdowns for each candidate. Synap's online exam platform helps educators easily spot areas of strength and improvement, enabling tailored support for each learner.

Explore more exam reporting features

Category breakdown bar charts showing performance across subjects, topics, and subtopics.

Customisation & integrations

Branding

Deliver your exams from a fully branded online exam platform, offering a white-labelled experience with a custom domain, so you can present Synap as your own solution.

Explore more branding options

Synap branding options with customisable domain, logo, and primary and secondary colours for a tailored learning portal.

Frequently asked questions

Find quick answers or browse our academy.

How does Synap support secure online exams?
Synap is an online exam platform designed to protect exam integrity end to end. You can control access, timing, and exam rules, secure candidate entry, and apply the right level of supervision and anti-cheat measures for each assessment – so you can deliver exams online with confidence.
What types of organisations use Synap?
Synap is used by professional organisations, awarding bodies, corporate teams, and universities delivering exams online. Common use cases include certification exams, recruitment testing, compliance assessments, admissions exams, and other high-stakes assessments, as well as practice tests and mock exams.
How do I get started with delivering exams online using Synap?
We usually start with a short demo so we can understand your exam requirements. You’ll then receive a 14-day free trial to build exams, configure settings, and explore the platform before moving to live delivery. There’s no commitment, and you can cancel at any time. Book a demo to get started today.
Can Synap be used for both practice tests and high-stakes exams?
Yes. Many organisations use Synap for practice tests and mock exams as well as high-stakes assessments. You can tailor feedback, attempt rules, randomisation, security controls, and results release depending on whether the assessment is for preparation or formal evaluation.
Do you offer online exam proctoring?
Yes. Synap includes integrated proctoring and monitoring options designed specifically for exams delivered on Synap. You can choose the right level of supervision for your exam context and review evidence efficiently within the platform. For a full comparison, see our proctoring options.
Can Synap scale to large cohorts and simultaneous exams?
Yes. Synap is built to support large cohorts and high concurrency, including thousands of candidates starting exams at the same time. The platform is designed for reliability, performance, and operational visibility when delivering exams at scale.
Does Synap support accessibility and reasonable adjustments?
Yes. Synap supports accessibility features such as extra time, keyboard navigation, screen readers, and flexible exam settings. These options help organisations deliver fair online exams while meeting accessibility and inclusion requirements.
Can Synap integrate with our existing systems?
Yes. Synap supports Single Sign-On (SSO), APIs, webhooks, and integrations with LMSs, CRMs, and internal systems. This makes it easy to automate user access, exam delivery, and results sharing within your existing workflows.
Do candidates need to install any software?
In most cases, candidates can take exams directly in their browser. Proctoring options will require a browser extension or a downloaded application, depending on the level of supervision required.
Is Synap secure and privacy-compliant?
Yes. Synap is ISO 27001 certified and GDPR compliant, with strong controls for encryption, access management, audit logging, and secure infrastructure. For more detail, visit our information security page.

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What our customers say

  • Couldn't recommend it any higher. We've had over 500 students pass their exam as a result of Synap's platform.

    Jamie B

    Driver Service Manager | Freenow

  • Previously we were only able to offer our exams, in person at a select testing location, once a year, now we are able to offer our exams monthly!

    Summer W

    Coordinator | ABIPP

  • I am never going back to writing a paper-based exam and I will not use another examination provider.

    Henda S

    Program Director | University of the Free State

  • We needed to provide examinations during the pandemic and Synap supported us to transfer from paper to electronic assessments quickly and easily.

    Lin S

    Director of Education | IHRIM

  • Synap came to our rescue when we needed a platform for computer-based testing, with a short turnaround time.

    Lauren N-B

    Clinical Faculty and Residency Director | AAO

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