This depends on the proctoring model used. Modern systems employ either live human proctors or AI monitoring with human review, making the involvement of a real person variable but ultimately certain.

The two primary formats clarify who watches your proctored exam:

Live Online Proctoring: A certified human proctor actively monitors multiple candidates in real-time via webcam and screen share. This real person can intervene immediately during the proctored exam for any policy violation.
Automated Proctoring with AI Review: Advanced algorithms monitor your session, flagging potential incidents (e.g., unusual eye movement, noise). While no one watches live, a human reviewer later assesses all flagged recordings to make final determinations.

Therefore, you must always assume a real person is involved, either observing live or reviewing post-session. Your responsibility is identical in both cases: adhere strictly to all exam rules. Prepare your testing environment, eliminate prohibited items, and conduct yourself as if you are being directly observed throughout the entire assessment. This ensures your integrity and exam validity regardless of the monitoring method.