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>_ User Acceptance Testing Checklist
A practical UAT checklist for checking acceptance criteria, business workflows, user roles, realistic data, reports, integrations, stakeholder feedback, bugs vs change requests, and final sign-off.
Short answer
A UAT Checklist, or User Acceptance Testing Checklist, is a list of checks that helps a team confirm whether a product, feature, website, internal tool, or business system is ready to be accepted by users, stakeholders, or a client.
UAT checks not only whether functionality works, but whether it solves a real user problem and matches business requirements, acceptance criteria, workflows, data needs, roles, reports, and stakeholder expectations.
User Acceptance Testing is especially important before launching a new feature, implementing a SaaS product, releasing an internal tool, launching an e-commerce checkout, CRM, admin panel, reporting system, workflow automation, or any product where the final readiness decision is made by a business owner, client, product manager, or end users.
The main idea is: UAT answers the question "can the target user accept this product as ready for real work?"
This guide can also be used as a UAT testing checklist, acceptance testing checklist, or business acceptance checklist for SaaS products, internal tools, client projects, and enterprise systems.
UAT vs QA Testing
UAT and QA testing are connected, but they check different levels of product readiness.
QA testing usually checks the quality of implementation:
- whether the functionality works;
- whether there are critical bugs;
- whether validation is correct;
- whether regression has not been broken;
- whether roles and permissions work correctly;
- whether data is saved correctly;
- whether errors are handled properly;
- whether the release checklist passes.
UAT testing checks alignment with business expectations:
- whether the feature solves a real problem;
- whether the workflow matches the user's process;
- whether the steps are clear to the user;
- whether the data is enough for decision-making;
- whether the result matches acceptance criteria;
- whether the report, export, or dashboard works for the business;
- whether a stakeholder can accept the work;
- whether the product is ready for real use.
In simple terms: QA answers "was it built correctly?", while UAT answers "was the right thing built for the user and the business?"
When to use a UAT Checklist
Use a User Acceptance Testing Checklist before final acceptance of a product, feature, or release by the business, client, or end users.
For example:
- a new feature is launching;
- a major release is being prepared;
- an internal tool is being implemented;
- a new CRM, ERP, admin panel, or dashboard is launching;
- a business workflow is changing;
- checkout, payment flow, or subscription flow is launching;
- roles and permissions are being added;
- reporting or analytics is changing;
- a customer portal is launching;
- onboarding flow is changing;
- an automation process is launching;
- a product is being handed off to a client;
- an agency is delivering a project to a customer;
- a team is releasing an MVP to first users;
- an enterprise client needs to accept the system before go-live;
- after data migration, business process readiness needs to be confirmed.
For a small feature, UAT may be short: check acceptance criteria, the main user flow, and business sign-off. For enterprise products, internal systems, or complex SaaS releases, UAT is better treated as a separate stage with participants, scenarios, test data, and formal approval.
Quick UAT Checklist
If you need a minimal UAT smoke check, check that:
- business goal is clear;
- acceptance criteria are defined;
- UAT scope is agreed;
- stakeholders and approvers are known;
- test users are ready;
- production-like test data is prepared;
- main business scenarios are described;
- end-to-end workflow works;
- roles and permissions match real users;
- data is displayed correctly;
- reports, exports, or dashboards show the required information;
- emails, notifications, or approvals work, if important;
- user steps are clear;
- found issues are documented;
- bugs are separated from change requests;
- known issues are accepted or fixed;
- final UAT sign-off is received;
- go / no-go decision is made consciously.
This is not full QA. It is a minimal check that helps confirm whether the product is ready to be accepted by users or the business.
Track this checklist in qa::checklist
You can use this guide as a manual UAT checklist, or track it in qa::checklist as a QA project. Split checks by scope, acceptance criteria, roles, workflows, data, reports, integrations, feedback, and sign-off, then export the completed result to CSV.
Full User Acceptance Testing Checklist
1. Define the goal of UAT
Before starting UAT, it is important to understand what exactly needs to be accepted and by which criteria.
Check that:
- the feature, system, or release going through UAT is clear;
- the business problem that should be solved is clear;
- the target user is defined;
- the business owner is known;
- the successful outcome is defined;
- acceptance criteria have already been agreed;
- processes that should be covered are known;
- critical scenarios are defined;
- out-of-scope areas are clear;
- the final decision-maker is known;
- what counts as UAT passed is clear;
- what counts as UAT failed is clear.
The main question for this part is: what needs to be proven during UAT so that the business or user can accept the result?
If the goal of UAT is not defined, testing can easily turn into a subjective discussion: one person says "it looks fine," another says "this is not what I expected," and a third says "we need to redo it." Good UAT starts with clear acceptance criteria.
2. Define UAT scope
UAT scope helps the team understand which features and scenarios should be checked, and which ones are not part of this acceptance cycle.
Check that:
- features included in UAT are known;
- features not included in UAT are known;
- user roles involved in UAT are defined;
- business workflows are defined;
- integrations included in scope are known;
- reports or exports that need to be checked are listed;
- data migration scenarios are included, if relevant;
- devices or browsers important to users are known;
- edge cases that should be included are defined;
- known limitations are already agreed;
- dependencies that may affect UAT are known;
- environments used for testing are defined.
UAT scope should be specific enough. For example, "test the CRM" is too broad. A better scope would be: "sales manager creates a lead, moves it through the pipeline, assigns an owner, sends a follow-up, sees the lead in the dashboard, and exports the filtered list."
3. Define stakeholders and approvers
UAT should be performed by people who understand the real business task and have the authority to accept the result.
Check that:
- product owner is known;
- business owner is known;
- end user representative is known;
- final sign-off approver is known;
- people who can provide feedback are known;
- people who can create change requests are known;
- person deciding whether an issue is a blocker is known;
- person responsible for the go / no-go decision is known;
- people who will use the product after launch are known;
- people who need to be available during UAT are known.
It is important not to confuse "people who can share an opinion" with "people who can accept the work." UAT needs a clear approver, otherwise the process can stretch endlessly.
4. Check requirements and acceptance criteria
Before UAT starts, make sure requirements and acceptance criteria are clear to everyone involved.
Check that:
- requirements are available;
- acceptance criteria are described;
- acceptance criteria are testable;
- requirements do not contradict each other;
- business rules are described;
- user roles are described;
- expected results are clear;
- out-of-scope items are documented;
- known limitations are described;
- dependencies are clear;
- open questions are resolved before UAT starts;
- stakeholders agree with the acceptance criteria.
Acceptance criteria should be specific. For example, not "dashboard should be useful," but "sales manager can see leads by status, owner, region, and date range, and export the filtered list."
5. Prepare the UAT environment
The UAT environment should be close enough to production so that users can check real scenarios.
Check that:
- UAT environment is available;
- latest version has been deployed;
- environment is stable;
- users have access;
- required feature flags are enabled;
- integrations are configured in safe test mode, if needed;
- email or notifications work in test mode;
- payment or billing works safely, if included in UAT;
- data is realistic enough;
- old test data does not interfere with testing;
- access and permissions are configured correctly;
- stakeholders know where and how to perform UAT.
UAT should not be performed on a random build or unstable environment. If the environment keeps breaking, stakeholders will evaluate the chaos around the product rather than the product itself.
6. Prepare UAT users and roles
UAT should be performed under the same roles that will actually use the product.
Check that:
- test users are created;
- users have correct roles;
- admin role is available, if needed;
- manager role is available, if needed;
- regular user role is available;
- guest or external user is available, if needed;
- client or partner role is available, if relevant;
- permissions match the real process;
- users do not have unnecessary access;
- users are not more restricted than they should be;
- login credentials are available to UAT participants;
- password reset works if users will log in themselves.
If UAT is performed only under an admin account, it may miss real user problems: unavailable buttons, blocked pages, incorrect data, role restrictions, and permission issues.
7. Prepare realistic test data
UAT should use data that is close to real business data. Otherwise, users cannot judge whether the product is suitable for real work.
Check that:
- test data is similar to real business data;
- data exists in different statuses;
- there are new and old records;
- users with different roles exist;
- filled and empty states are available;
- data for happy path exists;
- data for exception scenarios exists;
- data for reports and dashboards exists;
- data for exports exists;
- data for approvals exists, if needed;
- sensitive production data is not used unnecessarily;
- anonymized data is used if realistic datasets are needed.
For example, if UAT is being performed for a reporting dashboard, it should not be tested on two test records. You need data that represents real volumes, statuses, dates, filters, and business cases.
8. Prepare UAT scenarios
UAT scenarios should describe real user actions, not technical checks.
A good UAT scenario looks like a business task:
- sales manager creates a lead and moves it through the pipeline;
- customer places an order and receives confirmation;
- HR manager approves a vacation request;
- finance user exports a monthly invoice report;
- warehouse manager updates shipment status;
- admin invites a new user and assigns permissions.
Check that:
- scenarios are based on real workflows;
- each scenario has a goal;
- each scenario has a starting point;
- each scenario has an expected result;
- scenario can be completed end-to-end;
- scenarios cover critical business flows;
- scenarios cover different roles;
- scenarios cover exception cases;
- scenarios are clear to non-technical users;
- scenarios are not overloaded with technical details.
UAT scenarios should answer the question: can the user do their real work with the product?
9. Check the main end-to-end workflow
Start UAT with the most important business workflow. This is the scenario the feature or system exists to support.
Check that:
- user can start the workflow;
- user understands the first step;
- all required actions are available;
- workflow can be completed from beginning to end;
- data is saved;
- statuses change correctly;
- user sees the expected result;
- the next participant in the process receives the required information;
- emails or notifications are sent, if needed;
- approvals work, if available;
- workflow does not require workarounds;
- result matches business expectations.
The main question is: can a real user complete the key business process without help from development or QA?
10. Check business rules
Business rules define how the process should work. They are often more important than the visual interface.
Check that:
- calculations are correct;
- statuses change according to the correct logic;
- approvals are required in the right cases;
- plan limits, restrictions, or quotas work;
- prices, discounts, or taxes are calculated correctly, if included in scope;
- user cannot perform an action before the required stage;
- user cannot skip a required step;
- forbidden actions are actually forbidden;
- exception scenarios are handled according to the process;
- automated actions run at the correct moment;
- business rules work consistently for different roles.
During UAT, it is important to check not only "the system lets me click the button," but "the system supports the correct business process."
11. Check roles and permissions from a business perspective
In UAT, roles are checked not as a technical security matrix, but as alignment with the real workflow.
Check that:
- each user sees only the sections they need;
- each user can perform their tasks;
- user does not see unnecessary actions;
- manager sees required team data;
- regular user sees their own data;
- admin can manage users and settings;
- approver can approve or reject;
- viewer can view but not edit;
- external user does not see internal data;
- permissions do not block the real workflow;
- permissions do not give unnecessary access.
For example, if a manager needs to approve requests but cannot see the approval button, that is a UAT issue. If a regular user can approve their own request, that is also a UAT issue.
12. Check forms and data entry
Many business processes start with a form: create request, submit order, create lead, add client, upload document, invite user.
Check that:
- form contains all required fields;
- unnecessary fields are not present or are justified;
- labels are clear to the user;
- required fields match the business process;
- optional fields can be left empty;
- validation messages are clear;
- form accepts realistic values;
- form supports required data formats;
- user can fix an error;
- entered data is not lost;
- submitted data is displayed correctly;
- submitted data is used in the next workflow steps.
For UAT, business users should be able to enter real data, not only perfect test values.
13. Check data after user actions
UAT should verify that user actions lead to the correct business result.
Check that:
- created data appears in the right place;
- updated data is displayed correctly;
- deleted or archived data no longer blocks the process;
- status changed correctly;
- owner or assignee is assigned correctly;
- date and time are displayed correctly;
- comments or notes are saved;
- attachments are available;
- history or audit trail is updated, if needed;
- data is visible to the correct roles;
- data is not visible to incorrect roles;
- data matches across UI, report, export, and admin view.
UAT often reveals problems not because an action does not work, but because the result of the action does not match business expectations.
14. Check reports, dashboards, and exports
For many stakeholders, UAT will not be accepted if reports, dashboards, or exports do not show the required data.
Check that:
- dashboard opens;
- key metrics are displayed;
- numbers are calculated correctly;
- filters work;
- date range works;
- grouping works, if available;
- charts show the correct data;
- report contains required columns;
- export contains required data;
- export format works for business users;
- CSV, XLSX, or PDF opens correctly, if used;
- user sees only allowed data;
- report updates after data changes;
- stakeholders can use the report for a real decision.
For UAT, it is important to ask: can the business user make a decision based on this data?
15. Check notifications, emails, and approvals
Many workflows depend on notifications, emails, and approval steps. If they do not work, the process can stop.
Check that:
- correct user receives notification;
- email is delivered to the correct recipient;
- notification is sent at the correct moment;
- notification contains clear text;
- links in email or notification work;
- approver receives the request;
- approval action works;
- rejection action works;
- requester sees status after approval or rejection;
- reminder is sent, if expected;
- notification is not sent to unnecessary people;
- notification is not duplicated without reason.
In UAT, it is important to check not only whether an email was sent, but whether the message helps the user complete the next step.
16. Check integrations from the user's perspective
If the product is connected to CRM, ERP, billing, warehouse, payment provider, email service, analytics, or external API, UAT should confirm that the integration supports the business process.
Check that:
- data is sent to the correct external system;
- data comes from the external system;
- synced data is displayed correctly;
- external status updates the workflow;
- integration delay is clear to the user;
- failed integration shows a clear message;
- user knows what to do when there is an integration issue;
- downstream process receives required data;
- duplicate records are not created;
- business user can verify the integration result;
- integration does not require manual work if it should be automatic.
UAT does not always need deep API or webhook testing. The important question is whether, from a business perspective, the integration helps complete the real process.
17. Check usability for real users
UAT does not replace UX research, but real users should be able to understand how to complete their tasks.
Check that:
- user understands where to start;
- navigation matches expectations;
- important actions are easy to find;
- button text is clear;
- error messages are written in human language;
- workflow does not require unnecessary steps;
- user does not need to know internal technical logic;
- empty states explain what to do;
- success state is clear;
- user understands the next step;
- help text or instructions are available, if needed.
If a user can technically complete the task but keeps asking "what do I do next?", that can be a UAT issue even if QA did not find a functional bug.
18. Check content, copy, and business terminology
During UAT, stakeholders often pay close attention to terminology. If the product uses the wrong business terms, users may not accept the system.
Check that:
- section names are clear to users;
- labels match business language;
- statuses are named correctly;
- role names match reality;
- buttons use clear verbs;
- error messages are not too technical;
- confirmation messages are clear;
- email text matches the tone and process;
- legal or compliance text is present, if needed;
- internal placeholder text is absent;
- outdated terms are not used;
- stakeholders agree with the terminology.
For internal tools and enterprise systems, correct terminology can be critical. The system should speak the language of its users, not only the language of the development team.
19. Check exception scenarios
UAT should include not only the happy path but also realistic process exceptions.
Check that:
- user can fix an error;
- request can be rejected;
- order can be canceled if this is part of the process;
- draft can be saved;
- user can return to an unfinished workflow;
- missing data is handled clearly;
- duplicate data is handled;
- expired request is handled;
- unavailable item or service is handled;
- rejected approval shows the next step;
- user understands what to do in a blocked state;
- support or admin can help if the process stops.
Exception scenarios in UAT should be realistic. You do not need to check every technical edge case, but common business exceptions should be covered.
20. Check migrated or existing data, if applicable
If the product launches after migration or replaces an old system, UAT should confirm that existing data is usable.
Check that:
- migrated records are available;
- key fields were migrated;
- statuses were migrated correctly;
- owner or assignee was preserved;
- dates are displayed correctly;
- attachments were migrated, if needed;
- history or notes were migrated, if included in scope;
- old IDs or references are available, if needed;
- users can find old records;
- reports work on migrated data;
- permissions apply to migrated data;
- users can continue workflows on existing records.
Migration can be technically successful but fail UAT if users cannot work with old data in the new process.
21. Check compliance, legal, and audit needs, if applicable
Some products must follow internal policies, legal requirements, audit trails, or compliance processes. UAT should confirm that required elements are present in the workflow.
Check that:
- required consent is displayed;
- terms or policy are available;
- audit trail records important actions;
- approval history is saved;
- user actions can be traced;
- required fields for compliance are mandatory;
- data retention logic is clear, if included in scope;
- audit export is available, if needed;
- user roles match the compliance process;
- restricted actions require the correct role;
- sensitive data is shown only to those who need it.
QA does not replace legal review, but UAT should check that agreed compliance elements actually work for users.
22. Check training and user readiness
Sometimes the product is functionally ready, but users are not ready to use it. This matters for UAT, especially for internal tools and enterprise rollouts.
Check that:
- users understand how to log in;
- users know their roles;
- users know which scenarios to check;
- short instructions are available;
- onboarding materials are available, if needed;
- help text or documentation is available;
- support contact is clear;
- users know where to send feedback;
- users understand what is a bug and what is a change request;
- team is ready to answer questions during UAT.
User readiness is not always part of QA, but it often affects UAT success. Even a good product can be "not accepted" if users do not understand how to test it.
23. Document UAT issues
During UAT, all found problems should be documented clearly. Otherwise, feedback quickly becomes chaotic.
For each issue, check that the following is included:
- title;
- description;
- steps to reproduce;
- expected result;
- actual result;
- user role;
- environment;
- screenshot or video, if needed;
- severity;
- priority;
- owner;
- status;
- decision: bug, change request, question, or out of scope.
UAT feedback often contains a mix of bugs, wishes, new requirements, and questions. These need to be separated, otherwise the team may fix the wrong things or argue about priorities.
24. Separate bugs from change requests
One of the most common UAT problems is that stakeholders call any difference from expectations a bug. But not all feedback items are bugs.
A bug means the system does not work according to agreed requirements or acceptance criteria.
A change request means a stakeholder wants to change or expand behavior that was not agreed initially.
Check that:
- each issue is classified;
- bugs are connected to requirements or acceptance criteria;
- change requests are separated;
- out-of-scope feedback does not block UAT;
- blockers are defined;
- nice-to-have feedback does not block the release decision;
- product owner has made decisions on disputed items;
- stakeholders understand what will be fixed now and what will be handled later.
This is critical for managing UAT. Otherwise, acceptance can be delayed endlessly because of new ideas that appear during testing.
25. Recheck fixes after UAT feedback
After UAT issues are fixed, check not only the issue itself but also the affected workflow.
Check that:
- issue no longer reproduces;
- expected result is achieved;
- related scenario is not broken;
- affected role works correctly;
- data after the fix is displayed correctly;
- workflow works end-to-end;
- stakeholder can confirm the fix;
- regression smoke was run if the fix may have affected other areas;
- issue status is updated;
- repeated approval is received, if needed.
A UAT fix should not be considered complete only because the developer marked the task as done. It should be confirmed by QA, product owner, or stakeholder, depending on the process.
26. Prepare UAT summary
After UAT is complete, the team needs a clear summary: what was checked, what was accepted, and which risks remain.
A UAT summary should include:
- what was included in UAT scope;
- which scenarios were checked;
- which roles participated;
- which stakeholders participated;
- which issues were found;
- which issues were fixed;
- which known issues remain;
- which change requests were moved to later;
- which risks were accepted;
- which areas were not checked;
- final status: passed, failed, or passed with known issues;
- recommendation for release or go-live.
A good UAT summary helps the team make a decision without relying on "seems fine." It shows the real readiness picture.
27. Get UAT sign-off
UAT should end with explicit sign-off or a clear no-go decision.
Check that:
- all blocker issues are closed;
- critical issues are closed or accepted;
- known issues are documented;
- change requests do not block acceptance;
- stakeholders agree with the result;
- approver has given sign-off;
- sign-off is documented in writing or in a tracking system;
- release or go-live decision has been made;
- team understands remaining risks;
- next steps are clear.
UAT without sign-off often loses its meaning. If nobody explicitly accepts the result, it may later turn out that "we thought it was not ready yet."
28. Run a post-UAT readiness check
After UAT and before go-live, run a short readiness check.
Check that:
- UAT passed;
- sign-off was received;
- release notes are ready, if needed;
- training materials are ready, if needed;
- support team is informed;
- known issues are described;
- rollback or fallback plan is clear;
- production data is ready;
- users and roles are ready;
- monitoring or support channels are ready;
- go-live date is agreed;
- stakeholders know what happens next.
A post-UAT readiness check helps confirm that acceptance is complete not only formally, but also practically: the team is ready to launch the product for real users.
Common mistakes
1. Running UAT without acceptance criteria
If acceptance criteria are not defined in advance, UAT becomes subjective. Stakeholders may start debating what should have been built only after development is already complete.
2. Confusing UAT with QA testing
QA checks implementation quality. UAT checks readiness for real users and business processes. If UAT turns into searching for small UI bugs, the team may miss the main question: does the product solve the problem?
3. Giving UAT to people without approval authority
Many people can provide feedback, but sign-off should come from a clear approver. Otherwise, the process can stretch out and nobody takes responsibility for the final decision.
4. Using unrealistic test data
If UAT is performed on empty or overly simple data, users cannot judge whether the product is suitable for real work.
5. Testing only the happy path
A real business process includes exceptions: rejection, cancellation, missing data, duplicate records, expired requests, unavailable services. UAT should cover at least the main exception scenarios.
6. Not separating bugs from change requests
New ideas often appear during UAT. That is normal, but they should not automatically be treated as blocker bugs. Bugs and change requests should be separated.
7. Not checking roles and permissions
If a user cannot complete their task because of access rights, or sees too much data, UAT can fail even if the system is functionally working.
8. Not documenting the UAT result
"Seems okay" is a poor UAT result. The team needs a UAT summary, known issues, decision, and sign-off.
9. Not rechecking fixes
If a UAT issue is fixed, it should be rechecked from the perspective of the affected workflow. Sometimes a fix resolves one feedback item but breaks a related scenario.
10. Letting new requirements affect timelines without control
UAT can reveal change requests, but they should be managed separately. Otherwise, acceptance can be delayed endlessly because of new wishes.
FAQ
What is a UAT Checklist?
A UAT Checklist, or User Acceptance Testing Checklist, is a list of checks for final acceptance of a product, feature, or system by users, business stakeholders, or a client.
It helps make sure the product matches acceptance criteria, supports real business workflows, works with the required roles and data, and stakeholders are ready to give sign-off.
What is User Acceptance Testing?
User Acceptance Testing is a testing stage where real users, business owners, or client stakeholders confirm that the product is ready to be used in real business scenarios.
UAT is usually performed after the main QA checks, when blocker and critical bugs have already been fixed and the team wants to confirm business readiness.
How is UAT different from QA?
QA checks whether the product works correctly from a technical and functional perspective.
UAT checks whether the product meets business expectations and allows the user to complete a real task.
In simple terms: QA finds defects in implementation, while UAT confirms that the result can be accepted and used.
Who should perform UAT?
UAT should be performed or confirmed by people who understand real business workflows:
- product owner;
- business owner;
- client stakeholder;
- end users;
- operations team;
- support team;
- sales, finance, HR, or other department users;
- QA or PM as facilitators.
QA and PM can help organize UAT, but final acceptance is usually given by a business stakeholder or authorized approver.
What should be included in a User Acceptance Testing Checklist?
At minimum, include:
- UAT goal;
- UAT scope;
- stakeholders and approvers;
- acceptance criteria;
- UAT environment;
- test users and roles;
- realistic test data;
- business scenarios;
- end-to-end workflow;
- business rules;
- reports and exports;
- notifications and approvals;
- integrations;
- usability feedback;
- UAT issues;
- bugs vs change requests;
- UAT summary;
- UAT sign-off.
When should UAT be performed?
UAT should be performed after the main development is complete, QA has checked key functionality, blocker and critical bugs are fixed, and the product is ready for business users to review.
UAT usually happens before release, go-live, client handoff, or enterprise rollout.
Should QA participate in UAT?
Yes. QA often helps prepare UAT scenarios, test data, environment, issue tracking, and regression checks after fixes.
But QA should not fully replace business users. If only QA performs UAT, it is usually an additional functional check rather than true user acceptance testing.
What is UAT sign-off?
UAT sign-off is an explicit confirmation from a stakeholder or approver that the product, feature, or release is accepted and can move forward to release, go-live, production, or client handoff.
Sign-off can be documented in a ticket, email, document, project management system, or release checklist.
How do you know UAT is complete?
UAT can be considered complete when:
- all critical business scenarios have been checked;
- acceptance criteria are met;
- blocker and critical issues are closed;
- known issues are documented and accepted;
- change requests are separated from bugs;
- stakeholders agree with the result;
- UAT summary is prepared;
- sign-off is received;
- go / no-go decision is made.
What should you do if new requirements appear during UAT?
New requirements should be documented as change requests, not automatically treated as bugs.
The product owner or business owner should decide:
- whether the request blocks the release;
- whether the change needs to be done now;
- whether it can move to the next iteration;
- whether the change request affects scope, timeline, or budget.
This keeps UAT manageable instead of turning it into an endless stage of new wishes.
Create a User Acceptance Testing checklist
Use this UAT checklist as a starting point for your next feature acceptance, internal tool rollout, SaaS implementation, client handoff, or enterprise go-live. In qa::checklist, you can organize checks by scope, role, workflow, acceptance criteria, issue type, and sign-off, then export the completed checklist to CSV.