Exam Format

• Exam Code: CV0-004 Cloud+
• Level: Intermediate / Enterprise Cloud Infrastructure Technician
• Duration: 90 minutes ([turn0search1])
• Passing Score: 750 (on a scale of 100–900) ([turn0search1])
• Unscored Content: Includes unscored trial questions mixed randomly into the exam; these are not identified on the test.

Exam Details

• Question Types: Multiple-choice and performance-based questions (PBQs) ([turn0search1])
• Number of Questions: Up to 90 total items ([turn0search1])
• Hands-On Questions: Yes—exam includes performance-based tasks to simulate real-world scenarios ([turn0search1])

Exam Policies

•  Offline Proctoring: Must be rescheduled or canceled at least 24 hours before the scheduled exam time.
•  Online Proctoring: Available via Pearson VUE remote proctoring platform.
•  Waiting Period: No waiting period for first retake; subsequent attempts follow CompTIA retake policy guidelines.
• Retake Fee: Full exam fee must be paid for each retake.

Validity

• Certification Validity: 3 years ([turn0search9])
• Renewal Options: Recertify via the CompTIA Continuing Education (CE) program or by retaking the exam.

Exam Fee

•  Base Fee: $358 USD (excluding taxes)
•  Taxes: Country-specific VAT may apply
•  Example: In India, 18% tax applies, making the total $422.44 USD ($358 + $64.44 tax)

Prerequisites

•  2–3 years of hands-on experience in systems administration or networking
•  Experience with virtualization and cloud technologies
•  CompTIA Network+ and Server+ (recommended but not required)

Exam Topics

•  Cloud Architecture and Design: Deployment models, capacity planning, high availability
• Security: Identity management, access control, data security, compliance
•  Deployment: Provisioning, configuration, automation
•  Operations and Support: Monitoring, performance tuning, troubleshooting
•  Troubleshooting: Network connectivity, virtualization, storage, and security issues

INTENDED AUDIENCE

• Recommended for IT professionals with about 2–3 years of hands-on experience in systems administration or cloud engineering; foundational knowledge equivalent to Network+ and Server+ or Cloud+ v3 is beneficial. ([turn0search3])

CAREER IMPACT

• Cloud Engineer, Systems Administrator, Cloud Operations Specialist

• Vendor-neutral certification that demonstrates practical skills across cloud architecture, automation, security, and troubleshooting in diverse environments.

Exam Mode

• Available through Pearson VUE testing centers and secure online proctored delivery. ([turn0search2])

Exam Booking Link

• Schedule via the CompTIA candidate portal under the Cloud+ (CV0-004) listing.

After Passing

•  Access your certification through your CompTIA certification account
•  Processing Time: Digital certificate typically available within a few days after passing
•  Log in to your CompTIA account
•  Navigate to the Certifications section
•  Download your certificate and digital badge