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Do you ever feel like the "ship fast" culture ignores the basic responsibility to the users?
r/SaaS
6/27/2025
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jellydator | https://jellydator.com/ | Automation Platform | Zapier-like platform for automating crypto market analysis, alerts, and trading; privacy-respecting and transparent |
| Fathom Analytics | Analytics | Privacy-focused analytics alternative to Google Analytics; avoids GDPR issues; paid service | |
| Cloudflare | Security/CDN | Handles domains and traffic; ensures encrypted and private traffic |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Security and privacy concerns are often treated as an afterthought in fast-shipping SaaS products
- Lack of transparency in how user data is handled
- Complex interfaces and unclear communication lead to user confusion
- Founders prioritizing speed over fundamental responsibilities like security
Problems to Solve:
- Ensuring user data security and privacy from the start
- Building trust through transparency and ethical practices
- Simplifying user onboarding and interface clarity
- Balancing development speed with responsible implementation of core features
Potential Solutions:
- Implementing privacy-respecting tools like Fathom Analytics instead of Google Analytics
- Using security services like Cloudflare for encrypted traffic
- Open-sourcing components for transparency and verification
- Prioritizing clear communication and simple onboarding processes
- Conducting security audits before launch for sensitive applications
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Prioritizing user privacy and security as core values from the beginning
- Building trust through transparency (e.g., open-sourcing components)
- Balancing development speed with responsible implementation of critical features
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Leveraging ethical practices (privacy focus) as a marketing differentiator
- Using clear communication and simple onboarding to reduce user friction
Monetization & Product:
- Willingness to invest in paid privacy tools (e.g., Fathom Analytics) despite higher costs
- Focusing on product-market fit in sensitive domains (finance/crypto) by addressing security concerns
User Engagement:
- Encouraging community feedback and adapting based on criticism (as seen with password manager developer)
- Building credibility through responsible development practices