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Self-hosted Version: Introduction

Welcome to the Self-hosted version of Whauto Chat! This guide explains the available licensing options and helps you choose the best fit for your business goals.

Licensing Options: Business vs. Reseller​

Business License​

  • Single Account, Unlimited Use: Run Whauto Chat on your own servers for your organization with one account and unlimited usage.
  • Complete Control: You manage your own infrastructure, data, and security.
  • No Recurring Platform Fees: Pay once for the license, then use it as much as you want within your business.

Reseller (SaaS/Whitelabel) License​

  • Whitelabel & Rebrand: Offer Whauto Chat under your own brand, with your own domain, logo, and identity.
  • Set Your Own Pricing: Define your own pricing plans for your customers. You have full control over your business model.
  • Connect Your Own Stripe Account: Integrate your Stripe account to collect payments directly from your customers.
  • No Commissions or Revenue Sharing: All revenue goes directly to you—no commissions or fees need to be shared with Whauto Chat.
  • Profitable SaaS Business: This license is designed for entrepreneurs and agencies who want to build a profitable SaaS business. You can:
    • Launch your own AI chat SaaS platform in days, not months.
    • Offer subscriptions, one-time payments, or any pricing model you choose.
    • Retain 100% of your profits.
    • Scale as you grow—no per-customer fees.

Which Should You Choose?​

  • Business License is ideal for internal company use, where you want full control and unlimited usage for your team or organization.
  • Reseller License is perfect if you want to start your own SaaS business, offer AI chat as a service, or provide a whitelabeled solution to your clients.

Make Money with the Reseller Model​

The Reseller license empowers you to:

  • Launch a SaaS business with minimal technical overhead.
  • Brand the platform as your own and set your own pricing.
  • Collect payments directly—no middlemen.
  • Build recurring revenue streams.
  • Focus on customer acquisition and growth while the core technology is handled by Whauto Chat.

This model is proven to be profitable for agencies, entrepreneurs, and anyone looking to quickly enter the AI SaaS space.

For setup guides, configuration, and best practices, see the following sections: