Detect unauthorized Wi-Fi hotspots during exams
ExamNet helps schools detect unauthorized Wi-Fi hotspots during exams – simple, discreet, and privacy-friendly.
The challenge schools face
Hidden devices
Students may have phones, smartwatches, or other devices connecting to the internet during exams.
Mobile hotspots
Personal hotspots can provide internet access even when the school network is restricted.
Fairness
Undetected cheating undermines the integrity of the exam system and is unfair to honest students.
Hard to detect
Manual inspection is time-consuming and unreliable. Devices can be well hidden.
ExamNet – your digital exam guard
ExamNet is an Android app that analyzes the Wi-Fi environment in the exam room. The app detects:
- ✓ Active Wi-Fi networks nearby
- ✓ Mobile hotspots that appear
- ✓ New devices connecting to the network
- ✓ Changes in the network environment over time
Everything is presented in a simple, clear interface that exam supervisors can monitor in real-time.
Why choose ExamNet?
An affordable alternative to expensive dedicated Wi-Fi scanners like NetAlly AirCheck G3
| Feature | Dedicated devices | ExamNet |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €5,000+ per device | From €290/year |
| Training | Requires technical knowledge | Ready to use with step-by-step guidance |
| Equipment | Must buy specialized hardware | Use existing Android phones or tablets |
| Maintenance | Requires IT department | Automatic updates |
| Scalability | One device = one room | Multiple devices easily |
How to use ExamNet
Install the app
Download ExamNet on an Android device (tablet or phone) and activate with your school's license key.
Place in the room
Position the device centrally in the exam room before students arrive. The app starts scanning automatically.
Track in real-time
Watch the screen during the exam. The app alerts you if new networks or unknown Wi-Fi hotspots are detected.
Review the report
After the exam, you can view a report of detected networks. Everything is stored locally on the device only.
Features
Real-time Wi-Fi scanning
Continuous monitoring of wireless networks in the exam room.
Hotspot alerts
Immediate notification when new or unknown hotspots are detected.
Privacy first
No personal data collected. Everything is stored locally on the device.
Change tracking over time
See how the network environment changes throughout the exam period.
Recognizes school networks
Automatically distinguishes between known school networks and unknown devices.
No training required
Intuitive interface that anyone can use right away.
Privacy focused
Made in Norway
ExamNet is developed and operated by a Norwegian company in Oslo. We fully comply with Norwegian law and GDPR regulations.
Minimal data collection
The app collects network names, signal strength and MAC addresses – all stored locally on the device only. Nothing is sent to the cloud.
All data stored locally
All collected data is stored only on the device running the app. Nothing is sent to external servers or cloud services.
GDPR compliant
Fully compliant with GDPR and Norwegian privacy legislation. Minimal data collection means minimal documentation requirements.
License and pricing
Annual licenses (EUR excl. VAT)
Basic
1-5 devices
€290/year
Small school, one exam room
- ✓ All updates included
- ✓ Email support
- ✓ Invoice adapted for public sector
Standard
6-15 devices
€590/year
Medium school, multiple rooms
- ✓ All updates included
- ✓ Email support
- ✓ Invoice adapted for public sector
Plus
16-30 devices
€990/year
Large school, multiple buildings
- ✓ All updates included
- ✓ Email support
- ✓ Invoice adapted for public sector
Enterprise
Unlimited
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Larger organizations, municipalities
- ✓ All updates included
- ✓ Email support
- ✓ Invoice adapted for public sector
Trial Period
Not sure if ExamNet is right for your school? Try it first:
- ✓ 30-day free trial
- ✓ Full functionality
- ✓ No obligations
- ✓ Personal follow-up
Free
Questions and answers
ExamNet offers three license plans: Basic (1–5 devices) from €290/year, Standard (6–15 devices) for €590/year, and Plus (16–30 devices) for €990/year. Enterprise pricing for larger organizations and municipalities is available on request. All plans include updates, email support and invoicing adapted for the public sector.
No. ExamNet runs on standard Android phones and tablets. You don't need any dedicated hardware, special equipment or technical expertise. Download the app, start scanning, and get a real-time overview of the Wi-Fi environment in the exam room.
Yes. ExamNet scans for Wi-Fi network names (SSIDs), signal strength and MAC addresses – but everything is stored locally on the device only. No data is sent to the cloud, and no traffic data is collected. The app is designed with privacy in mind and complies with European privacy legislation (GDPR). It only analyses the wireless environment, just like viewing which networks appear in your phone's Wi-Fi settings.
Yes. ExamNet works on all Android devices with Wi-Fi support – both phones and tablets. Many schools use existing Android tablets they already have available, making the solution very cost-effective compared to dedicated hardware devices.
Dedicated wireless scanners typically cost €5,000 or more per device, require technical expertise and maintenance from the IT department. ExamNet provides equivalent hotspot detection through a simple Android app from €290/year, with automatic updates and no need for specialist knowledge. One device covers one room, and you can easily scale with multiple devices.
ExamNet is currently only available for Android. Apple restricts access to Wi-Fi scanning APIs on iOS, making it technically impossible to offer the same functionality on iPhone and iPad. Most schools have Android devices available that can be used for this purpose.
ExamNet grew out of a curiosity for wireless signals – and a desire to do something useful with it.
In 2022, Bjorn Martin Hegnes cycled around Oslo with a receiver, picking up 1.7 million wireless signals. The point was to show how much wireless activity goes on around us without us thinking about it. That experience led to thinking about other places where unwanted wireless activity is a real problem – such as exam rooms.
By day, he works as a security advisor in the public sector, responsible for IT security and cloud services. ExamNet is a side project built because schools deserve a simple and affordable tool for detecting Wi-Fi hotspots during exams – without having to invest in expensive specialist equipment.
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