Every step between "receive invitation" and "start interview" is an opportunity for a candidate to drop out. Browser-based interview software removes all of them. Here's how it works and why it produces higher completion rates.
Most enterprise video interview platforms were built as apps. The candidate experience follows a predictable pattern: receive an invitation, download the app, create an account, verify their email, figure out permissions, find a quiet space, and finally start the interview.
Every step loses candidates. Some don't want to install another app. Some abandon when account creation asks for personal details before they've had a chance to assess whether the role is worth it. Some simply forget — by the time they get through setup, they've moved on to another opportunity.
Your completion rate suffers. And the candidates most likely to abandon early are often the ones with the most options — exactly the candidates you most want to evaluate.
Three steps versus six. No app store. No account. No email verification. For candidates on tight schedules — or with multiple interview processes running simultaneously — this difference determines whether they complete your screening or someone else's.
HireCredible is built on modern browser APIs — specifically WebRTC for real-time communication, and browser-native speech processing for transcription. These APIs are available in all modern browsers on desktop and laptop computers, with no plugin or extension required.
When a candidate clicks the interview link, the browser requests microphone and camera access. Standard browser permission dialogs handle this — the same ones candidates see when joining a Zoom call. Once permissions are granted, the interview begins.
The entire session runs in the browser tab. The AI interviewer speaks through the browser's audio output. The candidate responds through their microphone. Transcription, scoring, and integrity signal analysis all happen within the browser session.
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Start Free →HireCredible is designed for desktop and laptop use. Mobile devices are not supported — and this is intentional.
Structured screening interviews require a focused environment. A mobile phone on a commute, in a noisy café, or with a spotty connection is not the right context for a serious evaluation. Restricting to desktop ensures candidates engage with the process in a setting that supports genuine reflection and clear communication.
It also preserves the integrity of the evaluation. The consistency of the desktop environment is part of what makes the scores comparable across candidates.
Candidates are informed of the desktop requirement in the invitation message — so there are no surprises on the day.
There are none. HireCredible requires no integration, no configuration, and no IT involvement to deploy. You sign up, create a role, and generate a link. The link is what your candidates click. That's the entire technical footprint.
No firewall rules. No SSO configuration. No ATS integration unless you want one. No onboarding session. Setup time for your first role: under 10 minutes.
What is browser-based interview software?
Browser-based interview software runs entirely within a standard web browser — no app download, no plugin, no account creation required. Candidates click a link and start their interview. HireCredible is fully browser-native.
Which browsers does HireCredible support?
HireCredible works with all modern browsers — Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge. No plugin or extension required. Candidates need a stable internet connection, a microphone, and a camera.
Why is browser-based better than an app for interview software?
Apps require download, installation, and account creation before the candidate answers a single question. Browser-based removes every step between invitation and interview, resulting in higher completion rates.
Does browser-based mean less secure?
No. Modern browsers are secure environments. HireCredible's zero-storage architecture actually improves privacy compared to app-based platforms that upload and store recordings on external servers.
Why is HireCredible desktop-only if it's browser-based?
Desktop-only is a deliberate integrity choice. A focused desktop environment provides the controlled setting that meaningful screening requires. This is a product decision, not a technical limitation.
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