TestLink
TestLink is a web-based system for managing test cases and plans, then tracking test execution.
What TestLink is
TestLink is a web-based system for managing test cases and plans, then tracking test execution. Teams can assign tests to staff, record results, and review reports on completed and outstanding testing. It connects requirements and test cases with builds, platforms, and staff to support traceability. The project lists Jira and Redmine integrations, along with repository integration for managing external scripts. TestLink supports OAuth providers such as Google and GitHub, and authentication against multiple LDAP servers. Installation guidance covers containers and web servers, with Windows systems mentioned. The listed server environment includes Apache 2.x, PHP above 5.5, and MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, or MS SQL; MS SQL support is marked incomplete. Version 1.9.20 lists security fixes and says database passwords are stored with BCRYPT instead of MD5. TestLink is free and GPL-licensed. The project points users to a community forum and Mantis issue tracker; specialized help may be available for a fee.
Good
- Free and GPL-licensed.
- Tracks assignments, results, and outstanding tests.
- Links requirements and test cases to project details.
- Lists Jira and Redmine integrations.
Watch out
- MS SQL support is marked incomplete.
- Browser testing is limited to Firefox and Chrome.
- Specialized help may require a fee.
Who it suits
TestLink suits teams that need a free system for organizing test cases, plans, execution, and QA reporting. It may fit teams that need requirement traceability or the listed issue-tracker integrations.
Verdict
TestLink covers test planning, execution tracking, traceability, and reporting in a free web-based system. Check its server requirements and incomplete MS SQL support when considering deployment.
Plans and prices
From TestLink's own pricing page, checked 9 Oct 2001.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| TestLink | Free | 100% free for using · GPL open source |
The facts
Each one read from TestLink's own pages, with the date it was checked.
What it does
- Authentication
- TestLink supports OAuth providers, including Google and GitHub, and supports authentication against multiple LDAP servers.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Deployment
- The project documents container-based installation and installation on a web server, with Windows systems mentioned in its installation instructions.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Integrations
- The project lists Jira and Redmine integration, and says its code repository integration can manage external scripts.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Product
- TestLink is a web-based test management and test execution system for creating and managing test cases and test plans.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Project resources
- The project says its effort is not supported by a company or foundation and results from contributors' free time.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Security
- Version 1.9.20 lists security fixes and says database stored passwords use BCRYPT instead of MD5.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Server requirements
- The listed server environment includes Apache 2.x, PHP above 5.5, and MySQL, MariaDB, PostgreSQL, or MS SQL; MS SQL support is marked incomplete.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Support
- The project directs users to its community forum and Mantis issue tracker, and says specialized help may be provided for a fee.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Test tracking
- Teams can assign tests to staff, record results, and view reports about completed and outstanding testing.checked 9 Oct 2001
- Traceability
- TestLink relates requirements and test cases to builds, platforms, and staff.checked 9 Oct 2001
Where it runs
- Browser support
- The project says it tests on Firefox and Chrome and has insufficient resources to test all browser types.checked 9 Oct 2001
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