Launching a course with a partner can feel exciting—but it’s easy to miss critical steps.
A solid course launch checklist for co‑producers ensures nothing slips through the cracks.
In this guide, you’ll get a clear, technical yet relatable roadmap to follow before your next launch.
✅ Why Use a Pre‑Launch Checklist?
- Avoid last‑minute chaos: Early planning smooths out hidden issues.
- Clarify responsibilities: Everyone knows what to do and when.
- Increase launch confidence: Because you’ve tested every box.
Pre‑Launch Phase Checklist
1. Content Completeness
- Finalize all modules, lessons, and supporting materials.
- Proofread copy, check formatting, and test multimedia links.
2. Role Agreement & Contracts
- Confirm responsibilities: who handles email marketing, ads, tech.
- Sign contracts detailing revenue share, timelines, and exit clauses.
3. Funnel & Sales Page Optimization
- Create a landing page with strong headlines, benefits, testimonials, and CTAs.
- Test conversion flow: signup form → email confirmation → thank-you page.
Technical Setup Checklist
4. Platform & Payment Integration
- Ensure course hosted on a reliable LMS (e.g., Teachable, Kajabi, Hotmart).
- Test payment gateways and access flows for reliability.
5. Email Sequence Ready
- Draft and schedule sequences: lead magnet, pre-launch, launch, cart-close.
- Insert personalization tokens and double-test deliverability.
6. Ad & Tracking Systems
- Set up ads (Facebook, Google): target, copy, creatives, budget.
- Confirm UTM tags and analytics (Google Analytics, FB Pixel) to monitor conversions.
Pre‑Launch Testing Checklist
7. Pilot Run or Soft Launch
- Conduct a webinar or small-scale test with 10–20 people.
- Gather feedback and iterate on weak spots (content or technical).
8. QA & User Experience Tests
- Check course access on desktop/mobile.
- Review signup and payment flows; create test accounts and troubleshoot.
9. Support Channels
- Set up email, chat, or Discord group for student support.
- Clear FAQ in place for known issues.
Launch Day Checklist
10. Email & Ad Coordination
- Ensure all launch emails and ads are live and monitored.
- Have support ready to handle inquiries quickly.
11. Sales Page & Payment Check
- Final test of live links, cart flows, and downtime monitoring.
- Confirm tracking of affiliate links or promo codes.
12. Real-Time Metrics Monitoring
- Follow open and click rates, ad CPCs, and conversions.
- Adjust emails or ad bids as needed.
Post‑Launch Tasks
13. Cart Closing & Urgency
- Send cart-close reminders with urgency (e.g., “last chance,” countdown).
- Monitor conversions and adjust CTAs if needed.
14. Onboarding & Support
- Welcome new students with email series and orientation.
- Ensure access, accountability, and community engagement.
15. Performance Review & Feedback
- Analyze revenue, opt-in rates, ad spend, and ROI.
- Collect student feedback for updates and next launch.
🚀 Next Steps for Co‑Producers
- Save this course launch checklist for co‑producers (printable version suggested).
- Use it as a template for every launch, adapting over time.
- Share it with your partner and team for clear alignment.
- After launching, update the checklist based on wins and lessons.
A well-structured launch checklist isn’t just a to-do list—it’s your roadmap to seamless collaboration, reduced stress, and consistent results. Use it to elevate your co‑production game and create high-impact digital course launches.