URL: /baas/api/production

---
title: 'Go-Live Process'
description: 'A comprehensive guide to transitioning from sandbox to production'
---

# Go-Live Process

Moving from sandbox to production involves several important steps to ensure a smooth transition. This guide outlines the process, requirements, and best practices for going live with your FinHub integration.

## Overview

The go-live process is designed to ensure that your integration is secure, compliant, and ready for production use. It involves a series of checks and approvals to verify that your implementation meets our standards and regulatory requirements.

## Prerequisites

Before starting the go-live process, ensure you have:

- Completed all development and testing in the sandbox environment
- Implemented all required features and functionality
- Addressed any issues identified during testing
- Prepared documentation of your integration

## Go-Live Steps

### 1. Integration Completion

Finish all development and testing in the sandbox environment:

- Testing all API endpoints and functionality
- Implementing error handling and recovery mechanisms
- Ensuring your integration works with all required features
- Conducting thorough user acceptance testing

### 2. Compliance Review

Submit your integration for a compliance review:

- Adherence to API usage guidelines
- Implementation of required security measures
- Proper handling of sensitive data
- Compliance with relevant industry standards

### 3. Security Audit

Pass a security assessment of your integration:

- Penetration testing
- Vulnerability assessment
- Authentication and authorization review
- Data encryption verification

### 4. Production Credentials

Once all reviews are passed, receive production credentials:

- Production API keys
- Access to production dashboards
- Production webhook endpoints
- Support contact information

### 5. Gradual Rollout

Implement a phased approach to production deployment:

- Start with a limited user base
- Monitor system performance
- Gradually increase usage
- Establish clear rollback procedures

## Pre-Launch Checklist

| Category | Item | Status |
|----------|------|--------|
| **Certification** | All test scenarios passed | ☐ |
| **Certification** | Security review approved | ☐ |
| **Certification** | Compliance validated | ☐ |
| **Technical** | Production credentials received | ☐ |
| **Technical** | Production endpoints configured | ☐ |
| **Technical** | Monitoring configured | ☐ |
| **Operations** | Support team trained | ☐ |
| **Operations** | Incident response plan ready | ☐ |

## Phased Rollout Strategy

```mermaid
graph TD
    A[Phase 1: Internal Testing] -->|1-2 Weeks| B[Phase 2: Limited Beta]
    B -->|2-4 Weeks| C[Phase 3: Expanded Beta]
    C -->|2-4 Weeks| D[Phase 4: Full Launch]
```

## Regulatory Considerations

<Warning>
Financial services are highly regulated. Depending on your jurisdiction, additional regulatory requirements may apply before going live.
</Warning>

| Region | Key Regulations |
|--------|-----------------|
| **European Union** | GDPR, PSD2, MiFID II |
| **United States** | KYC/AML, state-specific regulations |
| **Asia-Pacific** | Varies by country |
| **Global** | FATF recommendations, sanctions compliance |

## Production Resources

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Production Setup" icon="server" href="/baas/api/production/production-setup">
    Configure production environment
  </Card>
  <Card title="Authentication" icon="key" href="/baas/api/production/production-auth">
    Production authentication
  </Card>
  <Card title="Monitoring" icon="chart-line" href="/baas/api/production/monitoring">
    Set up monitoring
  </Card>
  <Card title="Security" icon="shield" href="/baas/api/production/security-compliance">
    Production security
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## Support During Go-Live

During the go-live process, you'll have access to dedicated support:

- **Technical Support**: For implementation and integration issues
- **Compliance Support**: For regulatory and compliance questions
- **Account Management**: For coordination and process management

Contact your account manager or [support@finhub.cloud](mailto:support@finhub.cloud) for assistance.