HireVue records your video and audio, but not your screen

HireVue is a video interviewing platform used by employers to conduct remote job interviews. During a HireVue interview, the system records your face, voice, and the movements you make in front of your camera — but it does not record your computer screen, your keyboard activity, or anything else on your device.

The platform captures video through your webcam and audio through your microphone. Some versions of HireVue also record your eye movements and facial expressions using the camera feed, which the company has said it uses to assess communication skills. The recording is stored on HireVue's servers and made available to the hiring team at that company.

What HireVue does not do: it does not monitor your screen, track your mouse, log your keystrokes, or see what tabs you have open. It cannot tell if you are looking at notes, reading from a script, or checking your email during the interview. The only thing it sees is what your camera points at.

Key Takeaways

  • HireVue records video from your webcam and audio from your microphone, which means it captures your face, voice, and body movements during the interview.
  • The system does not record your screen, keyboard activity, or anything else happening on your computer — it only sees what the camera is pointed at.
  • Some HireVue versions analyze eye movement and facial expressions from the video feed, though this feature varies by employer and interview type.
  • Your recorded interview is stored on HireVue's servers and shared with the hiring team at the company that invited you to interview.

What the camera actually captures

When you start a HireVue interview, you are asked to position your camera so it can see your face and upper body. The camera records continuously during the interview — both during the questions HireVue asks you and during any pauses while you think or answer.

The video feed captures your facial expressions, eye contact, hand gestures, and body language. If you look down at notes, the camera will record that. If you look away from the screen, the camera will record that too. The audio captures everything you say, including any background noise in your room.

Some employers use HireVue's facial coding feature, which analyzes your expressions during the interview. This analysis is optional and depends on what the employer has set up. Not all HireVue interviews include this feature — it depends on the company and the job.

What HireVue cannot see

HireVue has no access to your screen, your files, your browser history, or anything else on your computer. It cannot see if you have a second monitor with notes on it, if you are reading from a document, or if you have other browser tabs open. The camera only sees what is in front of it — your face and the space around you.

The platform does not track your keyboard or mouse. It does not know if you are typing, clicking, or using any other application. It does not monitor your internet connection or see what network you are on. It cannot tell if you are using a VPN, a proxy, or any other tool to mask your location or identity.

HireVue also does not record your screen even if you are sharing it. If the interview format includes a screen-sharing component (for a technical assessment, for example), that would be a separate recording handled by a different tool, not by HireVue itself.

Where your recording is stored and who sees it

Your HireVue recording is stored on HireVue's servers, which are hosted on Amazon Web Services. The video file is encrypted in transit and at rest, meaning it is scrambled while traveling to the server and while sitting in storage.

The hiring team at the company that interviewed you can access your recording. Depending on the company's setup, this might include recruiters, hiring managers, or both. Some companies allow multiple people to review the same recording; others restrict access to a single person.

HireVue's privacy policy states that the company does not sell your recording to third parties. However, the recording is the property of the employer who conducted the interview, and they can keep it, delete it, or share it internally according to their own policies. You should assume that anyone involved in hiring decisions at that company could potentially watch your interview.

How long recordings are kept

HireVue does not set a single retention period for all recordings. Instead, the employer decides how long to keep your interview. Some companies delete recordings after a hiring decision is made. Others keep them for months or years, either for legal reasons or in case they want to review candidates again.

You can request that your recording be deleted by contacting the company that interviewed you, not HireVue directly. Whether they honor that request depends on their own data retention policies and legal obligations. Some companies will delete it; others may decline if they are required to keep hiring records for compliance reasons.

What you should do before a HireVue interview

Test your camera and microphone before the interview starts. Make sure your camera is positioned so the hiring team can see your face clearly and your lighting is adequate. Check that there is nothing behind you that you do not want on camera — your background will be visible in the recording.

Close any applications or browser tabs you do not want visible if someone looks at your screen during the interview (though remember, HireVue itself cannot see them). Silence your phone and close email notifications so you are not distracted. Have a glass of water nearby in case you need it.

Treat a HireVue interview the same way you would treat an in-person interview: speak clearly, make eye contact with the camera, and answer the questions asked. The fact that you are being recorded does not change what the employer is looking for — they want to see how you communicate and whether you are a good fit for the role.

The difference between HireVue and screen recording software

HireVue is not the same as screen recording software like Proctorio, Respondus, or LockDown Browser, which are often used in educational settings. Those tools are designed to monitor your entire screen, lock your computer, and prevent you from opening other applications during a test or exam.

HireVue is a video interview platform. It records your camera and microphone, not your screen. If an employer wants to monitor your screen during an interview — for example, during a coding assessment or technical test — they would use a different tool alongside HireVue, and they would tell you that upfront.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can HireVue tell if I am reading from notes?

HireVue's camera can see if you look down or away from the screen, which might suggest you are reading something. However, the system cannot see what you are reading or whether notes actually exist. The camera only sees your face and body. Some employers may interpret looking down as a negative signal, but HireVue itself has no way to detect notes.

Does HireVue use artificial intelligence to judge my answers?

HireVue has used AI to analyze video interviews, including facial expressions and word choice. However, the company has faced criticism and legal challenges over this practice, and many employers have stopped using the AI analysis feature. Ask the company conducting your interview whether they are using AI analysis — they should tell you if it is part of their process.

Can I request a copy of my HireVue recording?

You can request a copy from the company that interviewed you, not from HireVue. Whether they provide it depends on their policies and local data protection laws. In some places, like the European Union under GDPR, you have a legal right to request your personal data. In the United States, rights vary by state.

What if my internet cuts out during the interview?

HireVue will record whatever video and audio it captures before the connection drops. If your internet fails partway through, the company will see an incomplete recording. Contact the company immediately to explain what happened and ask if you can reschedule or retake the interview. Do not assume they will see the technical problem — tell them directly.

Is HireVue secure, or could someone hack my recording?

HireVue encrypts recordings in transit and at rest, which means the data is scrambled during transfer and storage. However, no system is completely unhackable. The real risk is not HireVue being breached — it is that the company storing your recording might have weak security, or that someone with legitimate access to your recording could misuse it. You cannot control that, but you can assume your interview will be seen by the hiring team.