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If Stripe is not available in your country. Which payment gateway you use in your SaaS?
r/SaaS
7/12/2025
Content Summary
User seeks Stripe alternatives for SaaS payment processing in unsupported countries. Community recommends Paddle (as Merchant of Record handling taxes), Polar and Lomon Squeezy. Main focus is solving payment gateway availability and tax compliance issues.
Opinion Analysis
Mainstream opinion recommends Paddle as primary alternative due to its Merchant of Record functionality. All suggestions focus on solving tax compliance through automated solutions. No conflicting opinions observed - all comments align in recommending MoR-based gateways for international compliance.
SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paddle | Payment Gateway | Merchant of Record (MoR), handles tax compliance | |
| Polar | Payment Gateway | Alternative to Stripe | |
| Lomon Squeezy | Payment Gateway | Alternative to Stripe |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Lack of access to Stripe in certain countries
- Tax compliance challenges for international transactions
Problems to Solve:
- Finding reliable payment gateway alternatives to Stripe
- Managing tax obligations across different regions
Potential Solutions:
- Using Merchant of Record (MoR) solutions like Paddle
- Exploring other alternatives such as Polar and Lomon Squeezy
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Utilizing Merchant of Record services to simplify tax compliance
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Not explicitly mentioned in discussion
Monetization & Product:
- Importance of choosing payment gateways with tax handling capabilities
User Engagement:
- Community-driven recommendations for tool selection