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TOEFL iBT®

The premier test of academic English communication

Your At Home Test Day

If you’re taking the TOEFL iBT Home Edition, learn what to expect on test day and what to do before and during your testing session to make sure you have the best experience.

You’ll learn:

  • how to prepare your testing area
  • the check-in process
  • how to interact with your test proctor (the person who will be overseeing your test session)
  • how to solve and prevent technical issues
  • frequently asked questions and troubleshooting

Are you a Test Taker in Mainland China? For policies and procedures specific to Mainland China, visit https://toefl.cn/at-home.

 

Confirm Your Computer Meets the Equipment Requirements

Be sure to review the Equipment and Environment Requirements before registering for the test. If your computer doesn’t meet the technical requirements on test day, you won’t be able to test, and you won’t receive a refund or a free reschedule. If your computer doesn’t meet the requirements, consider taking the test at a test center.

At home testing tools

TOEFL iBT® Home Edition Checklist

 

Review how to register and prepare for at home testing and confirm you meet all testing requirements with this helpful reference checklist.

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Front side of the Home Edition Checklist

 

At home testing videos

Watch the videos below to learn what you can expect on test day.

 

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TOEFL At Home Testing

This video walks you through the entire testing process from verifying equipment and environment requirements to what to do after your test session.

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Tech Tips

Get helpful technical tips to follow before and during your test to help avoid issues.

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Getting Assistance During the Test

Learn how to interact with the proctor during your test if you need help.

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ID Requirements and Test Procedures

Before you register, be sure to view the ID requirements and the TOEFL iBT® Information Bulletin (PDF) for complete instructions for registration, forms, score reporting information, policies and procedures.

Before your test session begins

During your test session

After your test session