Is a solder pad lifting issue located at my side or a user error

This is good advise. for most pcb, it is not so difficult to make pad lift if you solder with poor skill. I think user who buy board should be aware of challenge and skill required to assemble pcb. Pratice with soldering many small items is a good learning method. Good job!

I second this…just did one yesterday :person_facepalming:
But it was a mix of force and heat…more force, eventually… :zipper_mouth_face: