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# Launch an AI moderated study
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**Warning:** You can't edit an AI moderated study once it's been launched. We recommend testing your study prior to launch to see how the AI moderator interprets your objectives and context. For more information, see [Test an AI moderated study](/ai-moderated-studies/create-an-ai-moderated-study/test-an-ai-moderated-study.md).
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When you're ready to open your study to participants, you'll launch it from the builder.
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**Note:** In some cases, you'll be required to have your study reviewed by a Dscout Research Advisor before you can launch. For more information, see the [Pre-launch review](#pre-launch-review) section below.
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**To launch your study:**
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Open your study in the builder.
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Click **Launch** in the top-right corner. A study summary modal is displayed.
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**Note:** If the **Launch** button is purple, you have unmet requirements. Resolve the displayed requirements before you can launch.
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(If prompted) Choose whether to submit your study for review or skip review and launch.
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Confirm the displayed summary. If anything looks off, click **Cancel** and make your adjustments.
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Click **Launch study**.
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Now, your study is launched—congrats! You’re one step closer to getting valuable insights. For information on what happens next, see the section below.
### What happens when I launch?
* **Auto-recruiting participants:** Your study opens to applicants in Dscout's Scout Panel or Partner Panels, depending on your selection.
* **Adding participants from screeners:** An email invitation is sent to all participants added to your study.
* **Inviting participants from Private Panels:** An email invitation is sent to all participants added to your study.
* **Inviting participants via share link:** Your study's share link is activated, making the study accessible to anyone who has it. You'll find the link on the **Overview** tab. For more information, see [Share AI moderated study link with participants](/ai-moderated-studies/manage-an-ai-moderated-study/share-ai-moderated-study-link-with-participants.md).
### Pre-launch review
Some studies require a review by a Dscout Research Advisor before launch—especially for new users, lengthy studies, or studies that seem to involve PII (personally identifiable information). This helps protect participants and ensures easier analysis for you.
If a review is required, you'll be notified after clicking **Launch**. Reviews typically take 1–2 business days, and the Research Advisor leaves comments directly in your study. Once you've resolved them, you can launch.
When auto-recruiting, you can submit your study for review even if one isn't required—a good way to get a second set of eyes before launch.
**To submit a study for optional review:**
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In the builder, click **Review and launch** in the top-right corner. A review modal is displayed.
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Select **Submit for review**, then click **Continue**.
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Enter your intended launch date. This must be at least one business day out. (Your selection won't guarantee a faster review.)
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Enter a sentence or two about your project goals or anything you'd like specific feedback on.
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Click **Submit**.
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Now, a Research Advisor will review your study in 1–2 business days and leave any comments directly on your study. Once you’ve resolved these comments, you can proceed to launching your study.
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