SaaS Basics

Software as a Service, commonly called SaaS, gives you access to software through the internet instead of requiring you to install and maintain it on your own servers.

How SaaS works

SaaS providers host, secure, update, and maintain their applications. Customers usually access the software in a web browser and pay a monthly or annual subscription.

What to consider before subscribing

• The features your team genuinely needs.
• The total cost as your users and usage grow.
• Data security, privacy, backups, and compliance.
• Integrations with the tools you already use.
• Customer support and cancellation terms.

SaaS Tools Compass publishes practical guides and comparisons to help you evaluate these factors and select software confidently.