Detect Only
Detect Only is designed for organizations that want visibility into interview activity without introducing additional controls for candidates.
With Detect Only enabled:
Events and observations are recorded in the session report
Recruiters receive post-interview insights and integrity signals
Candidates can join the interview without additional setup requirements
Recommended For
General hiring interviews
Early-stage screening conversations
Organizations prioritizing a frictionless candidate experience
Situations where monitoring and reporting are sufficient
Prevent + Detect
Prevent + Detect combines monitoring with additional environment validation and session controls.
In addition to generating reports and insights, Sherlock performs system checks and helps enforce interview requirements before and during the session.
Recommended For
Technical interviews
High-stakes assessments
University examinations
Certification programs
Interviews requiring stricter integrity controls
Feature Comparison
Note: The feature comparison below is currently being reviewed and may be updated as Sherlock evolves.
Capability | Detect Only | Prevent + Detect |
Session Monitoring | ✓ | ✓ |
Session Reports | ✓ | ✓ |
Integrity Signals | ✓ | ✓ |
AI-Generated Insights | ✓ | ✓ |
Additional Environment Controls | TBD | ✓ |
Pre-Interview System Checks | TBD | ✓ |
Enhanced Device Validation | TBD | ✓ |
Which Mode Should I Choose?
Choose Detect Only if you want:
Minimal candidate friction
Visibility into interview activity
Post-interview reporting and insights
Choose Prevent + Detect if you need:
Additional interview controls
Environment validation
Stronger integrity safeguards
Enhanced monitoring requirements
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I change modes for different interviews?
Can I change modes for different interviews?
Yes. Sherlock allows you to configure the appropriate mode based on the interview or assessment requirements.
Do both modes generate reports?
Do both modes generate reports?
Yes. Both modes generate reports that help interviewers review session activity and insights.
Which mode is recommended?
Which mode is recommended?
There is no one-size-fits-all answer. Organizations should choose the mode that best aligns with their interview process and integrity requirements.