--- title: "SaaS — Fungies blog · Fungies" description: "Every Fungies article in SaaS — 24 posts on selling software globally." image: "https://fungies.io/og-image.jpg" canonical: "https://fungies.io/category/saas/" --- [← Blog](/latest-news-blog) § Category 24 entries # SaaS Everything we have published in SaaS. Notes on selling software globally — churn, pricing, VAT thresholds, and the mechanics of getting paid from anywhere. April · 20262 entries - [ № 298 2026.04.06Latest ### How to Implement Usage-Based Billing for SaaS: The Complete 2026 Guide Learn how to implement usage-based billing for your SaaS in 2026. This complete guide covers pricing models, technical implementation, metering infrastructure, and best practices for metered billing that scales with your customers. 2026.04.06Duke Vu · 10 minClassic ](/usage-based-billing-guide) - [ № 301 2026.04.06 ### Best Checkout Integration for SaaS in 2025: The Complete Developer Guide The definitive guide to choosing the best checkout integration for SaaS developers in 2025. Compare Stripe, Paddle, FastSpring, and Fungies — including tax compliance, conversion optimization, and integration speed. 2026.04.06Duke Vu · 11 minGuides ](/best-checkout-integration-for-saas) March · 20261 entry - [ № 302 2026.03.25Latest ### The Best Merchant of Record Platforms with Crypto and Stablecoin Payments in 2026 If you’re an indie SaaS developer getting ready to launch a product in 2026, you’ve probably already thought about how to accept payments. Stripe, PayPal, maybe a subscription billing tool. But here’s the question most founders skip: what about crypto? More customers want to pay with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins like USDC and USDT. And 2026.03.25Duke Vu · 28 minGuides ](/the-best-merchant-of-record-platforms-with-crypto-and-stablecoin-payments-in-2026) January · 20262 entries - [ № 304 2026.01.16Latest ### The Best Merchant of Record Platforms for SaaS in 2026 So, you’ve done it. You’ve poured countless hours into building a SaaS product that solves a real problem. The code is clean, the UI is slick, and you’re ready to change the world—or at least, a small, profitable corner of it. But as you stand on the verge of launching, a wave of administrative dread 2026.01.16Duke Vu · 31 minGuides ](/the-best-merchant-of-record-platforms-for-saas-in-2026) - [ № 306 2026.01.10 ### The 2026 SaaS and AI Revolution: 20 Top Trends The SaaS market is not just growing; it’s undergoing a seismic shift. For indie SaaS developers and startups, 2026 is a landscape of unprecedented opportunity and intense competition. The global SaaS market, valued at $317.55 billion in 2024, is projected to skyrocket to $1.22 trillion by 2032, with an expected annual growth rate of 19.38% 2026.01.10Adrian Schenberg · 34 minGuides ](/the-2026-saas-and-ai-revolution-20-top-trends) November · 20251 entry - [ № 307 2025.11.18Latest ### The Ultimate Guide to SaaS Pricing for Young Startups Introduction Pricing is one of the most critical, yet often overlooked, aspects of building a successful Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) business. For young startups and indie hackers, the right pricing strategy can be the difference between rapid growth and stagnation. Yet, research shows that the average SaaS startup spends a mere six hours on their pricing strategy 2025.11.18Duke Vu · 13 minGuides ](/the-ultimate-guide-to-saas-pricing-for-young-startups) September · 20251 entry - [ № 308 2025.09.10Latest ### The Unseen Engine of Growth: Why Your SaaS and Digital Business Needs a Merchant of Record In the fast-paced world of SaaS and digital downloads, your focus is on creating an exceptional product and building a loyal customer base. You’re a creator, an innovator, a problem-solver. But as your business grows, a new set of challenges emerges, a silent and complex web of administrative tasks that can quickly become a major 2025.09.10Duke Vu · 9 minKnowledge ](/the-unseen-engine-of-growth-why-your-saas-and-digital-business-needs-a-merchant-of-record) December · 20242 entries - [ № 324 2024.12.06Latest ### Lemon Squeezy vs. Paddle (Tried, Compared): Winner Revealed Lemon Squeezy and Paddle streamline payment processes with global tax compliance. See Lemon Squeezy vs. Paddle review to find which one’s best for your business. 2024.12.06Adrian Schenberg · 18 minNEWS ](/lemonsqueezy-vs-paddle) - [ № 325 2024.12.02 ### Top 20 Cross-Border Payment Providers (With Comparison Table) Discover the top 20 cross-border payment providers that streamline global transactions with multiple gateways, low processing fees, and other billing solutions. 2024.12.02Duke Vu · 22 minNEWS ](/top-cross-border-payment-providers) November · 20241 entry - [ № 326 2024.11.06Latest ### 10 Best Subscription Management Software in 2025 (Reviewed, Compared) See the 10 best subscription management software of 2025, offering recurring billing, automated workflows, and real-time reporting for your SaaS operations. 2024.11.06Duke Vu · 16 minNEWS ](/best-subscription-management-software-saas) October · 20244 entries - [ № 327 2024.10.21Latest ### The 20 Best Website Builders For Your SaaS in 2025 Discover the top 20 website builders for SaaS in 2025. Compare features, pricing, pros, cons, and ratings to find the ideal no-code platform for your business. 2024.10.21Maja Wiewióra · 18 minGuides ](/free-website-builder-for-saas) - [ № 328 2024.10.15 ### 6 Best PayPro Global Alternatives in 2025 (Features, Pricing) Discover the 6 best PayPro Global alternatives in 2025. Compare pricing, and key features, and find the right payment and billing platforms to boost revenue. 2024.10.15Duke Vu · 14 minNEWS ](/paypro-global-alternatives) - [ № 330 2024.10.10 ### 6 Best FastSpring Alternatives in 2025 (with Comparison Table) See the 6 best FastSpring alternatives for SaaS businesses with low processing fees, customizable checkouts, 250+ payment methods, and global tax compliance. 2024.10.10Maja Wiewióra · 13 minNEWS ](/fastspring-alternatives) - [ № 333 2024.10.04 ### 7 Best Gumroad Alternatives in 2025 (with Comparison Table) Top 7 Gumroad Alternatives: Boost Conversions, Cut Transaction Fees 2024.10.04Duke Vu · 14 minNEWS ](/gumroad-alternatives) September · 20243 entries - [ № 335 2024.09.24Latest ### Top 10 LemonSqueezy Alternatives in 2025 (with Comparison Table) Discover the top LemonSqueezy alternatives for better payment processing. Compare key features, pricing, and find the right platform for your needs. 2024.09.24Duke Vu · 15 minNEWS ](/lemonsqueezy-alternatives) - [ № 336 2024.09.20 ### 10 Best Paddle Alternatives (Tried, Compared, Winner Revealed): 2025 Review Discover the 10 best Paddle alternatives for billing solutions, offering flexible pricing and features for SaaS and game developers. 2024.09.20Maja Wiewióra · 15 minGuides ](/paddle-alternatives) - [ № 337 2024.09.17 ### The Vital Role of Sales Tax Compliance in SaaS Business Success As a SaaS (Software as a Service) business owner, ensuring sales tax compliance is a critical responsibility that can significantly impact your company’s success and growth. Failure to collect and remit sales taxes can lead to severe consequences, including hefty fines, legal issues, and reputational damage. In this comprehensive article, we’ll explore the importance of sales tax compliance, the consequences of non-compliance, and the steps you can take to stay on top of your tax obligations. 2024.09.17Duke Vu · 10 minGuides ](/saas-tax-merchant-of-record-compliance) August · 20245 entries - [ № 343 2024.08.16Latest ### Top 10 Merchant of Record Payment Providers in 2025 As a company focused on creating top-tier digital products, you’ve likely struggled with the details of international tax regulations. Instead of focusing your energy on innovation, you might be navigating global sales tax, PCI-DSS compliance, and billing requirements. These foundational tasks can quickly become a burden, pulling you away from what truly matters: growing your 2024.08.16Duke Vu · 15 minGuides ](/merchant-of-record-payment-providers) - [ № 347 2024.08.11 ### What is Merchant Of Record: The Ultimate Guide Understand the role and benefits of a Merchant of Record for SaaS companies. Explore key factors in choosing the right MoR and discover top providers. Are you tired of juggling endless payment gateways, dealing with global taxes, or worrying about compliance issues? If you’re a SaaS business owner, you’ve probably faced these headaches more times 2024.08.11Adrian Schenberg · 9 minNEWS ](/what-is-merchant-of-record-the-ultimate-guide) - [ № 348 2024.08.01 ### What Is Software Gross Margin: Boosting SaaS Profitability and Attracting Investors Learn about software gross margin, its importance, and how to improve it for your SaaS business. Enhance profitability and attract investors with key strategies. Do you wish you had a clearer idea of how well your company is doing financially? If you want to make your software more profitable and attract investors, you need to 2024.08.01Adrian Schenberg · 10 minGuides ](/what-is-software-gross-margin-boosting-saas-profitability-and-attracting-investors) - [ № 349 2024.08.01 ### What is ARR: Understanding and Boosting Annual Recurring Revenue for SaaS Businesses Learn what Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) is, its importance for SaaS businesses, and how to accurately calculate and boost ARR. Ever wonder how companies like Netflix or Spotify make money consistently every month, year after year? If you want to skyrocket your business’s steady income and impress investors, you need to know about Annual Recurring 2024.08.01Duke Vu · 10 minNEWS ](/what-is-arr-understanding-and-boosting-annual-recurring-revenue-for-saas-businesses) - [ № 350 2024.08.01 ### Understanding MRR: The Building Block of Subscription Businesses Learn how Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) helps predict income and grow your SaaS business. Discover effective strategies to boost MRR and reduce churn. understanding-mrr–to-boost-subscription-business Do you want to boost your Monthly Recurring Revenue (MRR) and reduce customer churn? Are you struggling to predict your subscription business’s future income? Well, You’re in the right place. Monthly 2024.08.01Duke Vu · 12 minNEWS ](/understanding-mrr-the-building-block-of-subscription-businesses) July · 20242 entries - [ № 351 2024.07.14Latest ### Best Billing Solutions for SaaS in 2024: Top 7 Compared Find the best billing solutions for your SaaS business in 2024. Compare the top 7 options for features and pricing, and find the best fit for your business. Are you losing sleep over complex billing, subscription headaches, and the never-ending tax maze? You’re not alone. Many SaaS businesses are bogged down by these issues which 2024.07.14Maja Wiewióra · 12 minGuides ](/best-billing-solutions-for-saas-in-2024-top-7-compared) - [ № 352 2024.07.14 ### 10 Best Stripe Alternatives for SaaS Businesses in 2024 10 Best Stripe Alternatives for SaaS Businesses in 2024: looking for alternatives to Stripe? Our 2024 guide reviews the top 10 payment processors, comparing key features and pricing to help you choose. Are you frustrated with high fees, limited support, and the complexities of managing multiple payment tools with Stripe? You’re not alone. Many SaaS 2024.07.14Dawid Woźniak · 15 minGuides ](/10-best-stripe-alternatives-for-saas-businesses-in-2024) § End of file [Browse the full archive →](https://fungies.io/latest-news-blog/) ## Stop reading about it. Start selling. Everything we write about — tax, payouts, checkout, recovery — is already handled the moment you open an account. No card, no contract, no setup fee. 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