Epic: Access Control & Subscription System

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Overview

Implement access control for the Sophia Chat widget to:

1. Prevent misuse - Block unauthorized/abusive users
2. Enable monetization - Monthly subscription model

Issues

Phase 1: License Key System

• Subscription Implementation: License Key Validation System - Phase 1 #17 - Implement License Key Validation System

Phase 2: Stripe Subscription Billing

• Subscription Implementation: Stripe Subscription Billing - Phase 2 #19 - Implement Stripe Subscription Billing

Related

• Discussion: Chat Interface Options - Custom Popup vs Embedded #10 - Discussion: Chat Interface Options

Implementation Order

┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Phase 1: License Keys                                       │
│ ┌─────────────┐  ┌─────────────┐  ┌─────────────────────┐  │
│ │ 1. Database │─▶│ 2. API      │─▶│ 3. Plugin/Generator │  │
│ │    Schema   │  │    Endpoint │  │    Integration      │  │
│ └─────────────┘  └─────────────┘  └─────────────────────┘  │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘
                            │
                            ▼
┌─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ Phase 2: Stripe Billing                                     │
│ ┌─────────────┐  ┌─────────────┐  ┌─────────────────────┐  │
│ │ 1. Stripe   │─▶│ 2. Webhooks │─▶│ 3. Customer         │  │
│ │    Setup    │  │    Handler  │  │    Dashboard        │  │
│ └─────────────┘  └─────────────┘  └─────────────────────┘  │
└─────────────────────────────────────────────────────────────┘

Success Metrics

• Unauthorized domains cannot display widget
• Licenses can be created and revoked
• Customers can self-serve subscribe
• Payment failures auto-suspend access
• Cancellations properly expire licenses

Working with Claude

Each issue contains detailed specifications that can be implemented with Claude Code assistance:

1. Open the issue
2. Work with Claude to implement according to your guidance and standards
3. Ask Claude to test against acceptance criteria
4. Submit PR referencing the issue
5. Ask Claude to review

The issues are designed to be self-contained with:

• Clear task breakdowns
• Code examples and schemas
• Acceptance criteria checklists
• Testing instructions