How long does it take to build a Laravel SaaS with Electrik?

A working auth/teams/billing shell can be up the same day. Your product timeline still depends on domain features — Electrik removes the shell glue, not the product work.

Do I need Spark or Cashier separately?

Electrik uses Laravel Cashier on the team. You do not need Spark for the default Electrik billing path.

Can I use Electrik for client projects?

Client/commercial work needs a commercial license (Studio is the usual agency fit). The free grant is not for client deliverables.

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Build a Laravel SaaS

Building a SaaS on Laravel is still a strong default for product and agency teams. The costly part is not “can Laravel do it?” — it is how you assemble auth, teams, and billing before your actual product exists.

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Step 1 — Decide scaffold vs package

Scaffold (Breeze/Jetstream): fastest empty app, you own the files. Package (Electrik): SaaS shell stays updatable; you write product code in App\.

If you expect years of product work and AI-assisted coding, prefer a clear boundary between shell and product. That is Electrik’s reason to exist.

Step 2 — Install the shell

Create a Laravel app, require electrik/electrik, run php artisan electrik:install, configure Stripe test keys, and open the demo personas. Full walkthrough: electrik.dev/install and the Clipy install video linked from that page.

composer require electrik/electrik
php artisan electrik:install
Sync Stripe plans / webhooks for billing
Point agents at https://electrik.dev/llms.txt before generating features

Step 3 — Model your product on teams

Electrik treats the team as the workspace and the Cashier billable. Put customer data and feature gates in team context. Use plan features / seats when pricing depends on membership or metered usage.

Step 4 — UI with Slate, product in App\

Use Electrik Slate components for app chrome. Add domain Livewire components and models under App\. Avoid forking Electrik views unless you must — publish narrowly.

Step 5 — License before you sell

Indie pre-revenue experiments may qualify for the BSL grant. Companies, client work, and commercial products need Solo or Studio. Read /license and /pricing before launch day.

FAQ

How long does it take to build a Laravel SaaS with Electrik?: A working auth/teams/billing shell can be up the same day. Your product timeline still depends on domain features — Electrik removes the shell glue, not the product work.
Do I need Spark or Cashier separately?: Electrik uses Laravel Cashier on the team. You do not need Spark for the default Electrik billing path.
Can I use Electrik for client projects?: Client/commercial work needs a commercial license (Studio is the usual agency fit). The free grant is not for client deliverables.

Try Electrik

Composer package for Laravel SaaS: teams, Stripe on the team, Slate UI. Grant lane for eligible indies; Solo $99 / Studio $149 when you need commercial.

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