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CompTIA Cloud+ (CV0-004)

Validates knowledge of cloud architecture, deployment, operations, security, DevOps fundamentals and troubleshooting across multi-vendor cloud environments.

Summary

CompTIA Cloud+ is a vendor-neutral certification for people who deploy, run, secure and troubleshoot cloud infrastructure. It covers concepts that apply across AWS, Azure and Google Cloud rather than one provider's console, so it shows breadth instead of platform-specific depth.

Good fit if

  • You are a sysadmin and want a vendor-neutral cloud credential
  • You hold Network+ or Security+ and want to add cloud
  • Your employer or DoD role lists Cloud+

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Prerequisites

No required prerequisites.

2–3 years as a systems administrator or cloud engineer

Recommended

Hands-on experience running servers, networks or cloud resources.

Cost

USD · US pricing
$399
A voucher with one retake (Retake Assurance) costs $519. Vouchers are valid for 12 months from purchase.

What holders say

Easier with a Network+ and Security+ background

A CV0-003 candidate who held A+, Network+ and Security+ described the exam as a blend of Network+ and Security+ in the cloud, and believed they would have failed without that background.

r/CompTIAReddit: passed Cloud+ CV0-003, January 2024

Certification path

CompTIA lists Cloud+ among the recommended certifications for SecurityX.

This certification
CompTIA Cloud+ credential artwork
Cloud+Cloud infrastructure operations
CompTIA SecurityX credential artwork
SecurityXSecurity architecture and engineering

Renewal

Cloud+ is valid for 3 years from the day you pass.

Validity
3 years
Renewal requirement
50 CEUs per cycle
Renewal fee
$150 USD

The $150 fee covers the whole three-year cycle. You pay no fee if you renew with CertMaster CE or by earning CloudNetX or SecurityX. Passing Cloud+ also renews A+, Network+ and Linux+.

CompTIA continuing education fees ↗

Alternatives

AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate credential artwork
AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate$150 required · Intermediate

Hands-on AWS design credential, the better choice for AWS-based roles.

Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate credential artwork
AZ-104$165 required · Intermediate

Hands-on Azure operations credential for Microsoft cloud environments.

Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer credential artwork
ACE$125 required · Intermediate

Hands-on Google Cloud operations credential.

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner credential artwork
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner$100 required · Entry

Cheaper, entry-level introduction to AWS and cloud concepts.

FAQ

Is Cloud+ worth it?

It suits IT infrastructure staff who want a vendor-neutral cloud credential or work where CompTIA or DoD requirements apply. If you know which cloud you will use, that provider's certification teaches more practical skill.

Is Cloud+ hard?

Candidates with Network+ and Security+ say it feels like those exams applied to the cloud. Without that networking and security background, it is a bigger jump.

Cloud+ or an AWS or Azure certification?

Choose Cloud+ for a broad, multi-cloud baseline. Choose AWS, Azure or Google Cloud certifications if your job uses that platform.

Does Cloud+ renew other CompTIA certifications?

Yes. Earning Cloud+ renews A+, Network+ and Linux+ if you hold them.

How long is Cloud+ valid?

Three years. Renew with 50 CEUs and the CE fee, or by earning CloudNetX or SecurityX.

Last updated October 2026