Chapter 2 – Testing Throughout the SDLC
Compliance Testing – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
Testing to determine the compliance of a component or system with legal, regulatory, contractual or internal standards.
In simple words
Check the software follows the rules it must follow.
Exam tip
Compliance testing overlaps with regulation acceptance testing.
Related terms
- Regulation Acceptance TestingProve the system meets legal and regulatory requirements like GDPR or HIPAA.
- Security TestingTrying to break in, leak data, or escalate privileges — before an attacker does.
- Acceptance TestingThe ‘go / no-go’ testing that confirms the system meets business needs and is ready to be released to real users.
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