Launching a SaaS Platform? Here’s a Checklist You Must Consider

A well-defined SaaS setup checklist is your secret weapon, transforming launch day from a frantic scramble into a smooth, strategic operation.

Introduction

A SaaS product isn’t just code in the cloud — it’s a living, evolving service. Without a clear checklist, launch day can easily spiral into chaos: broken billing flows, unverified emails, security gaps, and panicked users.

This checklist ensures your launch is as smooth and strategic as your SaaS is scalable.

1. Product Readiness

✅ MVP stability and cross-device responsiveness
✅ Feature flagging for controlled rollouts
✅ Load testing for performance validation

2. Security & Compliance

✅ SSL enforced across all endpoints
✅ Role-based access control (RBAC)
✅ Data encryption (at rest and in transit)
✅ GDPR/CCPA compliance if applicable

3. Payments & Subscription

✅ Subscription plans & trial logic in place
✅ Billing integration (Stripe, Razorpay, etc.)
✅ Webhooks for billing events
✅ Branded, legal-compliant invoice emails

4. Onboarding & Support

✅ Welcome email with clear next steps
✅ In-app onboarding flow or product tour
✅ Help center or knowledge base
✅ Support chat or ticketing setup

5. DevOps & Infrastructure

✅ CI/CD pipeline for seamless deployments
✅ Staging environment matches production
✅ Monitoring: Uptime, logs, error tracking
✅ Regular database & file backups

6. Marketing & SEO

✅ Landing page with clear CTA
✅ SEO meta tags and Open Graph setup
✅ Analytics (GA4, Plausible, etc.)
✅ Email list capture and newsletter readiness

7. Legal Essentials

✅ Privacy Policy and Terms of Service pages
✅ Cookie consent banner (if needed)
✅ GDPR opt-in for email collection

A smooth SaaS launch isn’t magic — it’s preparation. With this checklist in place, you’re not just launching software — you’re launching confidence.

3x Faster

Deployment Speed for Our Clients

99.9%

SaaS Uptime Across Platforms

50%

Reduction in Launch-Time Errors