launchpad

Launchpad is a code plugin that sets up hosting, payments, analytics and app testing for your apps.

Launchpad helps developers take apps live by running production checklists directly from Claude Code on your computer. It handles hosting, payments, analytics, crash reports, and app store builds across multiple projects on one local dashboard called Mission Control. The tool works locally inside your own session, keeping your code and project keys private while automating setup steps. It supports web, iOS, Android, and Mac applications, integrating with services like Stripe, Supabase, and Firebase. You maintain full control with prompts before any spending, store uploads, or DNS changes occur.

launchpad at a glance

Best for: Software engineer, Founder
Runs on: Web, macOS, Windows, Linux, iOS, Android
Pricing: $49 for the first 1,000 buyers; $129 after that for unlimited projects and all 1.x updates
Released: October 2026
Category: AI coding tool
Website: shiplaunchpad.com

Key features

Sets up hosting and DNS for web apps
Configures app store builds for testers
Manages keys in your OS keychain
Tracks usage analytics without cookies
Configures payments with Stripe and stores
Runs tests before anything ships
Displays all projects on a local dashboard

Use it for

Getting an app live on the web with one command
Configuring payments and store distribution for mobile apps
Managing production readiness checklists across multiple projects
Tracking uptime and usage analytics from a local dashboard

Companions

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