- tests pass
- release verification uses Python 3.10, 3.11, 3.12, or 3.13
- compileall passes
- git diff --check passes
- no secrets in the repository
- no stale logs or databases bundled in the app
- no hardcoded personal paths in user-facing files
- safe defaults remain intact
- README is up to date
- changelog is updated
- security policy is present
- contributing guide is present
- code of conduct is present
- deployment documentation is current
- privacy documentation is current
- operational safety documentation is current
- system monitor audit and repair flows work
- reports export from a clean install
- uninstall is documented and works
- the app can run in user mode without system install