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Error Tracking for SaaS Applications

Debug user-reported issues instantly with per-user log streaming and remote log control.

>_ the problem

A customer just emailed saying your app is broken. They sent a screenshot of a blank screen with no useful context. You check your error tracker and see hundreds of generic errors but nothing tied to this specific user or session. In SaaS, your users are your revenue. Every unresolved bug risks a churned account. But reproducing customer-reported issues is painful because you can't see what they see. You need to log into their account, try to replicate their workflow, and hope the bug shows up in your local environment. What you really need is the ability to flip a switch and stream that specific user's logs in real time, without redeploying code or asking them to install a debug extension.

>_ why traditional tools fall short

  • $Error aggregation tools group exceptions by type, not by user, making it nearly impossible to isolate a single customer's experience.
  • $Enabling verbose logging for one user typically requires a code change, a redeploy, and coordination with the customer to reproduce the issue.
  • $High-cardinality user ID indexing drives up costs rapidly on platforms that charge per indexed field or per event.
  • $Session replay tools capture UI interactions but miss the backend errors, API failures, and data inconsistencies causing the real problem.

>_ how logmonitor solves this

Log Switch

Enable or disable detailed logging for a specific user remotely from your dashboard. No code changes, no redeployment. Flip the switch, ask the customer to retry, and watch their logs stream in.

Live Console

Stream logs in real time filtered by user ID. See exactly what the customer sees, including API responses, error stack traces, and state transitions, as they happen.

Zero Clutter

A clean, searchable feed means you find the relevant log entry in seconds, not hours. Filter by severity, timestamp, user, or custom metadata.

Multi-App Support

Track errors across your frontend, backend, and microservices from a single dashboard. Correlate a frontend blank screen to a backend 500 error instantly.

>_ quick setup

app.js · javascript
import { logmonitor } from 'logmonitor-js';
logmonitor.init({ apiKey: 'your-api-key' });
// The SDK auto-patches console.log/info/warn/error/debug
// Logs are only sent in production (process.env.NODE_ENV === 'production')
console.log('App started', { version: '1.0.0' });

>_ pricing for this use case

The Pro plan at $19/mo gives you 25 apps and 1 million logs per month with 30-day retention, which covers most SaaS products. The Log Switch feature is available on all plans.

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>_ frequently asked questions

$ How does Log Switch work for per-user debugging?

From the LogMonitor dashboard, you can enable detailed logging for any identified user. The SDK checks this setting asynchronously and begins capturing verbose logs for that user's session. When you are done debugging, flip the switch off. No code changes or redeployment needed.

$ Can I filter logs by specific users in the Live Console?

Yes. Once you identify users via the SDK, you can filter the Live Console by user ID, email, or any custom metadata you attach. This makes it trivial to isolate one customer's log stream.

$ Does LogMonitor replace tools like Sentry or Bugsnag?

LogMonitor complements error tracking tools. While Sentry captures exception stack traces, LogMonitor gives you the full context around those errors: the sequence of events, API responses, and application state that led to the crash. Many teams use both together.

$ How many users can I enable Log Switch for simultaneously?

There is no limit on the number of users with Log Switch enabled. However, keep in mind that enabling verbose logging for many users at once will consume more of your monthly log quota.

$ Will per-user logging affect my application's performance?

No. The LogMonitor SDK handles Log Switch checks asynchronously and batches log delivery. The overhead is negligible regardless of how many users have logging enabled.

$ Can I use LogMonitor with my existing SaaS stack?

Yes. LogMonitor provides native SDKs for React and JavaScript plus an HTTP API for any backend. It integrates into your existing codebase with a single line of init code and does not require changes to your deployment pipeline.

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>_ about logmonitor

LogMonitor.io is a log observability platform built for developers who want simple, fast, affordable log monitoring without enterprise complexity. Stream production logs from your users' devices in real-time with native Flutter and React SDKs. Set up in under 5 minutes, with plans starting at $9/month. No dashboards to configure, no query languages to learn — just your logs, live.

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