IC3 Practice Test

The IC3 Test (IC3 Digital Literacy Certification, formerly known as the Internet and Computing Core Certification) is Certiport's global standard for digital literacy, accepted by academic institutions and employers worldwide. The current version is IC3 Global Standard 6 (GS6).

If you are searching for IC3 exam practice, start with the free IC3 practice questions on this page: every answer comes with an explanation, and the study notes below cover the IC3 exam topics in order. The same questions run as an IC3 online quiz with instant scoring, so you can check your readiness before you buy a voucher.

How to Become IC3 Certified

The journey to earning your IC3 Digital Literacy Certification involves a few straightforward steps. GS6 (Global Standard 6) is the current version; GS5 is a previous version whose simulated exams were retired at the end of 2025, so most new candidates should follow the GS6 path.

If you want more targeted practice, the ic3 certification page covers the same material with additional questions and explanations.

1. Choose Your Version - Take IC3 GS6 (Level 1, 2 and 3) unless your school still runs the legacy IC3 GS5 selected-response modules.
2. Assess Your Skills - Take a free IC3 certification practice test to identify areas needing improvement.
3. Study Key Topics - Work through the seven GS6 domains (Technology Basics, Digital Citizenship, Information Management, Content Creation, Communication, Collaboration, Safety and Security) at the level you are sitting; legacy GS5 candidates study Computing Fundamentals, Key Applications and Living Online.
4. Purchase Voucher - Buy an exam voucher from Certiport or an authorized partner for the specific IC3 test you plan to take.
5. Schedule Exam - Book your test at a Certiport Authorized Testing Center or for an online session.
6. Pass the Exams - Successfully complete the required exams (GS6 Level 1, 2 and 3 for the Master certification, or the 3 legacy GS5 modules) with a score of 700 or higher on the 1-1000 scale.
7. Claim Certification - Receive your official IC3 Digital Literacy Certification and digital badge.

Many schools and universities offer IC3 Certification as part of their curriculum at no additional cost to students. Check with your institution's IT or career department before purchasing vouchers independently.

IC3 GS6 at a Glance

IC3 Global Standard 6 is three separate exams, Level 1, Level 2 and Level 3, each awarding its own certificate. Every level is built on the same seven objective domains, and each exam has 45–50 questions with a 50-minute time limit, scored on Certiport's 1–1000 scale with a passing value of 700. Exams are delivered in Certiport's Compass software at a Certiport Authorized Testing Center or, for candidates 18 and older through select U.S. centers, online with a proctor. Pass all three levels and Certiport awards the IC3 Digital Literacy Master Certification and Master Badge. The previous version, GS5, split the same material into Computing Fundamentals, Key Applications and Living Online; its simulated exams were retired at the end of 2025. Practice questions on this page that mirror the GS6 item types will get you comfortable with the performance-based tasks and the time limit before exam day.

IC3 GS6 Levels and Domains: What the Practice Questions Cover

IC3 Global Standard 6 replaces the three GS5 modules with three stackable exams. Certiport describes Level 1 as measuring fundamental concepts and essential components, Level 2 as requiring a working knowledge of each skill group, and Level 3 as validating an advanced understanding of digital literacy. Pass all three and you earn the IC3 Digital Literacy Master Certification and Master Badge.

Every level is built on the same seven objective domains, published by Certiport in a separate objective-domains document per level: Technology Basics, Digital Citizenship, Information Management, Content Creation, Communication, Collaboration, and Safety and Security. The difficulty rises with the level rather than the topic list. Level 1 asks you to identify input and output devices, explain browser and operating system basics, describe simple network troubleshooting, and tell public domain content from Creative Commons content. Level 2 adds customizing digital environments, managing a digital calendar, printer concepts, Internet commerce basics, and device and file security. Level 3 moves to troubleshooting technical problems with assistance, evaluating the veracity of digital information sources, representing data visually, accessibility, intellectual property standards, and managing device security.

Our IC3 practice questions are tagged to these domains, so a quick IC3 review by domain shows exactly where you are losing points. If you are working through IC3 practice exam questions online for a specific level, treat this IC3 certification practice test as a diagnostic first and a timed rehearsal second: the real exam gives you 50 minutes, and the performance-based items reward hands-on familiarity with the tasks listed in each objective domain.

Start Your IC3 Test Prep Today

Prepare for your IC3 Certification Exam with our free resources. Run through the IC3 online quiz above as a final IC3 review before test day. Pick your GS6 level and start practicing now.

If you hold an older certification like GS4 or GS5, consider taking the IC3 GS6 Practice Test and upgrading to the latest standard to demonstrate current proficiency to employers.

Official Resources

• Certiport: IC3 Digital Literacy Global Standard 6 - the official GS6 page describing the Level 1, 2 and 3 exams, the Master Certification, and links to sample exams and exam details.
• IC3 GS6 Level 1 Objective Domains (PDF) - the official objective list for Level 1 across the seven domains; the Level 2 and Level 3 documents are linked from the GS6 page above.
• Certiport Authorized Testing Center Locator - find a public testing center by state, or read how remote proctoring works if you want to take the exam from home.

Sample IC3 - Digital Literacy Certification Practice Questions

Try these questions from our free IC3 - Digital Literacy Certification practice tests. The correct answer and an explanation follow each question.

1. What is media literacy and why is it important in the digital age?

   • A. The ability to read print newspapers
   • B. The ability to access, analyze, evaluate, create, and act using all forms of communication
   • C. Knowing how to use social media platforms
   • D. The ability to write professional articles

Answer: B. The ability to access, analyze, evaluate, create, and act using all forms of communication

Media literacy is the ability to critically analyze and evaluate media messages across all formats, understanding how media is created, its intended purpose, and its potential effects.

Answer: B. The trail of data and activity left behind by a user's online interactions

A digital footprint is the record of all the data generated by your online activities, including posts, searches, and site visits, which can be tracked and stored by websites and services.

Answer: B. Engaging respectfully and verifying information before posting

Responsible digital citizenship involves verifying information before sharing and communicating respectfully, which builds trust and reduces the spread of misinformation online.

Answer: B. The gap between those who have access to digital technology and those who do not

The digital divide refers to the inequality in access to computers, internet connectivity, and digital literacy skills between different socioeconomic, geographic, or demographic groups.

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