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Free study guides, practice exams with real explanations, and spaced repetition flashcards β across 13 vendors. Built by someone who sat the exams.
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Why Guided?
Not another study guide. A study experience.
Interactive Modules
Flashcards, inline quizzes, and ELI5 explanations β not walls of text. Every module starts with a simple analogy.
Exam Practice Labs
200 exam-style questions per cert. Study mode shows explanations. Exam mode simulates the real thing.
Free Study Guides
Complete study guides with flashcards, ELI5 explanations, and interactive modules β free forever, no account needed.
How Guided Compares
See why learners choose Guided over alternatives.
| Feature | Guided | Typical Competitor |
|---|---|---|
| Free study guides | β Forever, all certs | β Paid or limited |
| Free practice questions | 20 per cert | 0β5 or paywall |
| Detailed explanations | β Every question | Partial or premium |
| Exam simulation mode | β Timed + 80% pass | Basic timer only |
| Spaced repetition (SM-2) | β Built-in | β Not available |
| Adaptive question selection | β Focus weak areas | β Random only |
| Confidence tracking | β Per-question | β Not available |
| Gamification (XP, streaks) | β 9 badges | β Not available |
| Cross-cert dashboard | β All certs in one view | β Per-cert only |
| Account required | No | Yes |
| Starting price | $19 (guides free) | $20β$50+ |
Built by someone who sat the exams
I'm Sutheesh β a Microsoft Copilot Solution Engineer who started as an infrastructure admin. I know what it's like to study for certs after long work days. Guided is the study resource I wish existed when I was preparing. Every explanation is written in plain English, every concept starts with a simple analogy, and every module is designed for 10-minute phone sessions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guided?
Guided is an interactive certification prep platform covering 126 certifications across 13 vendors including Microsoft, AWS, CompTIA, Cisco, and more. It features study guides, practice exams with 24,850+ questions, flashcards with spaced repetition, and exam simulation β all built by someone who actually sat the exams.
Is Guided free?
Yes β complete study guides are free forever for every certification, no account needed. You also get 20 free practice questions per cert. Full practice exams with all 200 questions, exam simulation, and spaced repetition are $19 per cert. Vendor passes ($59) and all-access ($149) are also available.
How many certifications does Guided cover?
Guided covers 126 certifications across 13 vendors: Microsoft, AWS, Cisco, CompTIA, GCP, ISCΒ², ISACA, CNCF, HashiCorp, Juniper, Palo Alto, EC-Council, Fortinet. New certs are added regularly.
What study modes are available?
Three modes: Study Mode (instant feedback and explanations after each question), Exam Mode (timed simulation with 80% pass threshold, no peeking, review before submit), and Flashcards (SM-2 spaced repetition with Again/Hard/Good/Easy ratings for long-term retention).
How is Guided different from other cert prep sites?
Guided is the only platform offering free study guides forever plus premium practice exams with 3 study modes. Every question includes detailed explanations of why each answer is right or wrong, real-world scenarios, and exam tips. Features like adaptive question selection, confidence tracking, per-question timers, gamification (XP, streaks, badges), and a cross-cert study dashboard make studying engaging rather than tedious.
Do I need to create an account?
No β Guided works entirely in your browser with no account required. Your progress is saved locally using your browser's storage. Start practising immediately.
Who built Guided?
Guided is built by Sutheesh, a Microsoft Copilot Solution Engineer based in New Zealand who started as an infrastructure admin. Every explanation is written from the perspective of someone who sat the exams and knows what it's like to study after long work days.