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What is Helmdesk?

Getting StartedMay 28, 2026

Helmdesk is a multi-tenant operations platform built for developers and SaaS teams. It combines a helpdesk, email gateway, and knowledge base into a single, unified tool.

Why Helmdesk?

Most support tools are designed for large enterprises with complex workflows. Helmdesk takes a different approach — it gives developers the tools they actually need without the bloat:

  • Helpdesk — Receive and manage support tickets from your customers. Tickets can be submitted through a public portal or created via the API/SDK.
  • Knowledge Base — Write and publish help articles so customers can self-serve before opening a ticket.
  • Email Gateway — Send transactional emails using customizable Handlebars templates with built-in tracking.
  • API & SDK — A fully typed Node.js SDK and REST API for programmatic access to tickets, emails, and articles.
  • AI-Powered — Smart reply suggestions, automatic ticket classification, article drafting, and more.
  • Who is it for?

    Helmdesk is ideal for indie developers, small SaaS teams, and agencies who want a clean, modern support stack without managing multiple tools.

    Key Features

  • Multi-project support within a single account
  • Public customer portals with branded theming
  • Team collaboration with role-based access
  • Stripe-powered billing with Free, Pro, and Team tiers
  • Webhook integrations for real-time event notifications