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SAAS TOOLS
| SaaS | URL | Category | Features/Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| ActualMRR | https://actualmrr.com | Revenue Verification | Verifies MRR via Stripe/RevenueCat integration; Provides shareable link; Plans to add analytics & other integrations |
| Stripe | https://stripe.com | Payment Processing | Used for subscription details; Scoped access to read-only data |
| RevenueCat | https://www.revenuecat.com | Subscription Management | Provides metrics access like MRR/ARR |
USER NEEDS
Pain Points:
- Prevalence of fake MRR claims in SaaS communities
- Lack of trust in self-reported revenue figures
- Difficulty verifying MRR during acquisitions/fundraising
- Concerns about data security when sharing financial info
Problems to Solve:
- Need to build trust when sharing MRR publicly
- Need credible proof for investors/acquirers
- Desire for transparent building-in-public practices
- Verification of competitors' claims
Potential Solutions:
- Third-party verification tools (like ActualMRR)
- Secure read-only integrations with payment providers
- Embeddable widgets for websites
- Community platforms prioritizing verified builders
GROWTH FACTORS
Effective Strategies:
- Solving trust issues in niche communities (e.g., indie hackers)
- Targeting multiple use cases (fundraising, acquisitions, community building)
Marketing & Acquisition:
- Free trial period to drive adoption
- Positioning as credibility badge (similar to social media verification)
- Community-focused promotion in SaaS/micro-SaaS subreddits
Monetization & Product:
- Freemium model with basic verification free
- Planned $5/month pricing for premium features
- Feature expansion (PayPal integration, analytics dashboard)
- Addressing GDPR compliance via data processing agreements
User Engagement:
- Building community of "credible builders"
- Responsive to feedback (e.g., mobile UI fixes, feature requests)
- Positioning as transparency advocate in SaaS spaces