Chapter 5 – Test Management
Rollback – ISTQB Definition
Last Updated: July 12, 2026 · SoftwareTestPilot QA Team
Official ISTQB Definition
The process of returning a system to a previous state, typically after a failed deployment or change.
In simple words
Undo the release and put the previous version back.
Exam tip
A tested rollback plan is part of a good release — not an afterthought.
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