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Independence notice

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Our independence: an information website, not an exam body

ISTQB.com is not owned or operated by the International Software Testing Qualifications Board. It is not affiliated with ISTQB, its member boards or exam providers, and it is not the official ISTQB website.

For official certification information, visit istqb.org. Complete exam bookings directly with the relevant official provider.

What the site does

We publish guidance that explains qualification choices, preparation and practical exam arrangements. We link to the official sources so you can verify the information and understand who is responsible for a decision.

We do not accept exam fees, sell exam appointments, issue certificates or verify certificates on behalf of a board.

Names and source materials

Certification names and abbreviations are used to identify the qualifications being discussed. Their appearance on this site does not imply endorsement, accreditation or a commercial relationship.

Official syllabi, sample papers and other source materials remain the responsibility of their publishers. We link to the official pages and files rather than hosting copies or presenting them as materials created by ISTQB.com.

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The source-linked guidance helps you prepare questions and compare routes. The provider’s current terms and the relevant official exam documents determine the actual booking and assessment.

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