CompTIA Cloud+ CV0-004 exam guide: format, domains, cost, and a free vendor-neutral practice quiz covering cloud architecture, deployment, operations, security, and DevOps.
CompTIA Cloud+ (CV0-004) is a vendor-neutral certification for cloud operations. It validates the skills to deploy, secure, operate, and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure across providers.
Because it isn't tied to AWS, Azure, or GCP, Cloud+ is useful for teams working in multi-cloud or hybrid environments.
▶ Start the free Cloud+ (CV0-004) practice quiz| Certification | CompTIA Cloud+ (CV0-004) |
|---|---|
| Exam code | Cloud+ (CV0-004) |
| Level | Associate |
| Format | Multiple choice & performance-based questions |
| Questions | Up to 90 questions |
| Duration | 90 minutes |
| Passing score | 720 / 900 |
| Cost (USD) | ~$369 |
| Validity | 3 years (renewable via CE) |
| Prerequisites | None (2–3 years admin experience recommended) |
Exam details change over time — always confirm the current specifics on the official exam page before you book.
The official exam is organized into these domains. Our practice bank mirrors them so you can drill each area:
| Domain | Exam weight | Practice questions |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud Architecture & Design | ~23% | 4 |
| Deployment | ~20% | 4 |
| Operations & Support | ~22% | 4 |
| Security | ~20% | 4 |
| DevOps, Automation & Troubleshooting | ~15% | 3 |
Understand cloud architecture and design, deployment/migration, operations (monitoring, DR, RTO/RPO), security, and DevOps/automation.
Because it's vendor-neutral, focus on concepts and patterns that apply across providers rather than a single cloud's console.
The free quiz below covers all five domains with explanations.
Our free Cloud+ (CV0-004) practice quiz has 19 scenario-based questions covering every exam domain. Each question includes the correct answer, a plain-English explanation of why it is right (and why the alternatives are wrong), and a reference to the relevant topic — so you learn as you go, not just test yourself.
▶ Practice Cloud+ (CV0-004) now — 19 questions, freeCloud+ is vendor-neutral and concept-focused; provider certs go deep on one platform. Many teams value both.
It includes performance-based questions and expects operational experience across cloud environments.
Up to 90 in 90 minutes; 720/900 to pass.
Cloud/systems admins and engineers in multi-cloud or hybrid roles.