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Checklist · Export Controls

Export Controls Launch Checklist for 2026

Export controls compliance demands rigor. This phased checklist moves you from goal-setting to measurable results, with clear owners and deadlines at each stage. [launch guides](/resources/launch-guides) explain the strategy; this sheet keeps you accountable.

9 checklist items Updated from migrated LaunchTry SEO content

Phase 01

Foundation

3 tasks
  • c1
    medium1 week

    Define goals and KPIs (Export Controls)

    Align leadership on what success means: specific compliance targets, performance benchmarks, and business outcomes. Set a launch target date.

  • c2
    high2-3 days

    Identify target audience (Export Controls)

    Map your customer base and distribution channels to identify export-restricted jurisdictions. Audit current visibility into where users actually live.

  • c3
    medium1 week

    Audit current state (Export Controls)

    Document current state: existing geo-blocking, payment processor limitations, legal agreements. Identify gaps vs. your compliance requirements.

Phase 02

Execution

3 tasks
  • c4
    high2-3 days

    Prioritize high-impact tasks (Export Controls)

    Rank tasks by compliance risk and business impact. Plot quick wins (partner restrictions) before heavier engineering work.

  • c5
    medium1 week

    Assign owners and deadlines (Export Controls)

    Assign each task to a single owner with firm deadline. Clarify approval chains so blockers surface early, not launch week.

  • c6
    critical1 day

    Set up tracking (Export Controls)

    Activate dashboard or spreadsheet to track completion, blockers, and risk status weekly. Share with leadership.

Phase 03

Launch & Review

3 tasks
  • c7
    critical1 day

    Ship and verify (Export Controls)

    Test geo-detection, payment flows, and restricted access denial in staging. Log all cases and verify correct behavior before go-live.

  • c8
    medium1 week

    Measure against KPIs (Export Controls)

    Measure IP block accuracy, payment acceptance by region, and customer support escalations against your KPI targets.

  • c9
    medium1 week

    Iterate on results (Export Controls)

    Collect feedback from support and compliance teams. Iterate on false positives and edge cases.

Pro tips

  • Tackle critical items first
  • Review the checklist weekly
  • Adapt phases to your export controls context