Chapter 6 – Test Tools
Cypress Retries – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
A Cypress feature that automatically re-runs failed tests a configurable number of times to reduce flakiness impact.
In simple words
Cypress feature to auto-retry failing tests.
Exam tip
Use retries sparingly — they hide flakiness rather than fix root causes.
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