Download and Install the Ohio State Tests Secure Browser

Download and Install the Ohio State Tests Secure Browser

Title: Download and Install the Ohio State Tests Secure Browser (Cambium)

Purpose
This article provides steps to download and install the Secure Browser required to access the Ohio State Tests Portal.

Applies To
Windows, macOS, Linux, iPadOS


Procedure

1) Access the Secure Browser download page

2) Select your operating system

On the Secure Browsers page, select the operating system for the device you will be testing on:

  • Windows

  • macOS

  • Linux

  • iPadOS


3) Download the Secure Browser

Click Download Secure Browser for your device type.

Windows Note: If multiple Windows downloads are listed (for example, Windows 64-bit and Windows ARM):

  • Select Windows 64-bit for most devices.

  • Select Windows ARM only if your device is ARM-based.


4) Install the Secure Browser

  1. Open the downloaded installer file.

  2. Follow the on-screen installation wizard to complete the installation.


5) Launch and verify

After installation:

  1. Open the Secure Browser application.

  2. Proceed with testing (or complete any required practice/verification steps).


Troubleshooting

  • Download blocked or installer will not run: The device may require administrator permissions or may be managed/restricted. Contact your campus or IT support team.

  • Secure Browser not found after install: Use your device search for Secure Browser and pin it for future access if needed.

  • Incorrect version installed: Uninstall the Secure Browser and reinstall using the correct operating system option from the Secure Browsers page.

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