Recommended tools
| Tool | Role | Cost signal | Profile |
|---|---|---|---|
| Supabase Core | Database and auth | Free project tier; paid plans scale by usage and project needs | View |
| Vercel Core | Frontend deployment | Free hobby tier; paid team and usage-based plans | View |
| Stripe Core | Subscriptions and payments | Transaction-based pricing | View |
| PostHog Core | Product analytics | Free entry allowance; paid usage scales by events and features | View |
| Crisp Optional | Support chat | Free entry plan; paid workspace plans for support features | View |
Setup order
- 1 Build one paid workflow, not a platform.
- 2 Set up auth, database policies, and backups early.
- 3 Add payment after the core workflow is useful.
- 4 Track activation events, not vanity traffic.
- 5 Add support and docs when first users repeat questions.
Warnings
Watch: Do not add subscriptions before users understand the value.
Watch: Database permissions and billing edge cases need extra review.