What is Micro-SaaS?

Micro-SaaS (software as a service) refers to small, focused software products often built and operated by one person or a tiny team. They solve a specific problem for a niche audience and frequently leverage subscription revenue.

Why Creators Launch Micro-SaaS

• Builds recurring income that complements digital products or services
• Provides case studies for building in public
• Strengthens credibility when selling high-ticket consulting or agency retainers
• Offers a sandbox for experimenting with AI agents and automation
• Creates assets that can be sold or bundled into an offer stack

Traits of Micro-SaaS Products

• Laser-focused scope: one or two core features that deliver an outcome
• Lean tech stack, often using no-code or lightweight frameworks
• Audience-first development guided by community feedback
• Clear onboarding, documentation, and customer support automation
• Pricing tiers aligned with value delivered rather than enterprise contracts

Launch Tips

• Validate demand with surveys, prototypes, or pre-orders
• Start with an MVP before scaling infrastructure
• Use trendjacking or niche communities to announce
• Track activation, retention, and churn to guide roadmap decisions
• Repurpose build logs into content that attracts users and partners