> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.saaster.io/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.saaster.io/fundementals/roles.md).

# Roles

The role principle of saaster is most easily explained by means of the following sketch. There are three roles: Saaster developer, SaaS provider and SaaS customer.

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The saaster developer is responsible for the development and maintenance of saaster.

We appreciate any contribution to improve and expand saaster. The only thing you need are a GitHub Account and some basic CFML knowledge.

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[Local development](/development/local-development.md)
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As a SaaS provider you use saaster as the base for your SaaS project. As a provider, you can either develop the software you want to offer by yourself or hand it over to an agency. The SaaS provider has the Sysadmin role in saaster.

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[Installation](/getting-started/installation.md)
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[Administration](/fundementals/administration.md)
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Inside of saaster customers can have one of the three following roles:

* **User**

  * Can use the SaaS offer
  * Can edit his profile
  * Can change his password

* **Admin**

  * *Can additionally:*
  * Edit the company profile
  * View invoices
  * Enter/administer users
  * Manage plans or modules (make settings)

* **Super Admin**
  * *Can additionally:*
  * Enter/edit tenants
  * Buy/rent plans or modules

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[User guide](/fundementals/user-guide.md)
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