A former IT manager launched a SaaS platform for managing paid Telegram communities after experiencing instability in the corporate labor market. The project began as a personal tool to automate payment processing and access management, avoiding the 10-20% commission fees charged by existing platforms.
The development process spanned three months, evolving from a weekend project into a multi-service application. Key features include custom payment gateway integration, automated subscription lifecycle management, participant migration tools, and personalized landing pages for community owners.
The developer utilized AI agents to accelerate coding and design, while maintaining strict oversight to manage technical debt. The platform officially launched into production on October 19, 2026, allowing users to connect their own payment gateways and automate access control for subscribers.
The service supports importing existing members from other platforms and provides analytics and support tools for community administrators. The founder emphasizes that professional IT expertise remains essential for ensuring product stability and scalability despite the assistance of AI tools.
