Launch Checklist
Essential checks to complete before deploying your website to production. Covers critical items across HTML, SEO, security, and performance.
Use this checklist when
Use before a new site, major redesign, or high-risk release goes live.
Expected outcome
You clear the baseline blockers that most often cause launch-day regressions.
Best for
Done looks like
Critical document, accessibility, crawlability, transport, and baseline performance checks are verified before deployment.
How this differs
This is the fastest broad launch gate. Use it instead of a deep audit when you need confidence quickly.
The Launch Checklist is the fast release gate for the fundamentals that most often cause public regressions. Use it before a new site, a major redesign, or any release where basic trust signals need to be verified before deployment.
Who It's For
- Launch owners and release managers
- Junior developers who need a clear first pre-launch pass
- Teams that want a practical minimum before deeper audits
Done Looks Like
You should finish this checklist knowing the site clears the baseline checks for document setup, crawlability, accessibility fundamentals, transport security, and basic performance hygiene.
Why This Matters
Launching without these fundamentals can lead to:
- Poor search engine rankings
- Security vulnerabilities
- Broken user experiences
- Accessibility issues
How to Use This Checklist
- Go through each item systematically
- Mark items as complete as you verify them
- Use the "View details" link for implementation guidance
- Treat failures as launch blockers unless the team explicitly accepts the risk
Quick Tips
- Test on multiple devices before launch
- Verify all forms and interactive elements work
- Check that analytics and tracking are configured
- Have a rollback plan ready