Overview

FastReport Cloud is a comprehensive SaaS platform designed for creating, managing, and automating reports and documents. It enables users to design templates, store reports, and collaborate within a secure cloud environment. Accessible via web browsers or integrated into applications through APIs, it supports various data sources and offers tools for efficient report generation and distribution.

Features and Capabilities

• **Web-Based Report Designer: **Create and edit reports directly in your browser—no software installation needed. The designer supports tabular, grouped, and hierarchical reports with drag-and-drop elements like charts, tables, images, and barcodes.
• **Cross-Platform Availability: **Fully cloud-based and accessible on Windows, macOS, Linux, tablets, and smartphones—ideal for remote teams and flexible work environments.
• **Virtual File System with Versioning: **Store reports and templates in a secure, cloud-hosted file system. Create folders, move or rename files, and restore previous versions for full control and change tracking.
• **User and Role Management: **Create workspaces with permission-based access for users and groups. Assign roles such as Reader, Editor, or Administrator to manage access to reports, data sources, and automation tasks.
• **Support for Multiple Data Sources: **Connect to various databases and formats, including:
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • PostgreSQL
  • MySQL
  • Oracle
  • SQLite
  • Firebird
  • JSON, XML, CSV files
  • Data can be accessed directly or uploaded to power your reports.
• **Automated Task Scheduling: **Set up scheduled or API-triggered tasks to automatically generate and deliver reports. Tasks can send outputs via email or upload them to a file location.
• **REST API for Integration: ** Use the REST API to integrate FastReport Cloud with your own apps or services. Generate, save, and export reports programmatically—ideal for SaaS and internal platforms.
• **Powerful Export Options: **Export reports in various formats, including:
  • PDF (with interactivity)
  • DOCX
  • XLSX
  • ODT/ODS
  • HTML
  • RTF
  • PNG, JPEG
  • Formats can be optimized for print or web as needed.
• **Template Management and Reuse: **Maintain brand consistency with reusable templates. Duplicate or adapt templates for different data sources while preserving layout and design standards.
• **Live Preview and Testing: **Instantly preview reports with test or real data to refine layouts and correct errors before exporting or sharing.
• **Multilingual Support: **User interface supports multiple languages, and content localization can be implemented within templates based on data context.
• **Team Collaboration in Workspaces: **Multiple users can collaborate on templates, reports, and data sources. All changes are versioned and logged to ensure transparency and accountability.
• **Access Logs and Audit Trails: **Every user action—including file changes, exports, and access attempts—is recorded, providing detailed audit trails for security and compliance needs.