Software Handover Checklist
Use this checklist to verify every item before final project handover.
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Documentation
Project overview & scope document
Purpose, deliverables, timeline
Technical documentation (architecture, APIs)
User manuals / user guide
Administrator guide (install, deploy)
Maintenance & troubleshooting guide
Change log & version history
Source Code & Assets
Source code repository (Git) access / ZIP
Database schema, migration & seed scripts
Configuration files & env examples
Design files and static assets
Third-party libraries & licenses list
Build scripts & CI/CD pipelines
Deployment & Environment
Production deployment tested
Staging / test environment details
Server & hosting credentials (shared securely)
Domain, DNS, SSL certificate info
Backup & recovery procedures
Monitoring & logging setup documented
Credentials & Access
Admin/system login credentials
Database credentials
API keys & 3rd party tokens (placeholders)
Email/SMTP & notification settings
Payment gateway / SMS provider access
Access transfer steps documented
Testing & QA
Test cases & results shared
UAT sign-off from client
Bug tracker status cleared
Performance & load test reports
Security review / vulnerability scans
Accessibility checklist (if applicable)
Training, Support & Legal
Training sessions delivered & materials shared
Support & warranty terms documented
Contact person for technical support
Final invoice & payment confirmation
IP rights transfer documented & signed
Client acknowledgment of handover