Startup directory guide
AlternativeTo
A community-driven software alternatives catalog organized around replacement choices.
When AlternativeTo fits
Use AlternativeTo when the product has clear, legitimate software alternatives and visitors can understand what it replaces or complements.
How to prepare the submission
- Create and verify an account, then use Suggest new application from the user menu.
- Provide accurate platforms, license, description and tags, and connect the product to relevant alternatives.
- Read the current rejection criteria first; the site excludes several kinds of basic tools, service businesses and thin wrappers.
Selection guidance
A listing should help users make a real replacement decision. AlternativeTo states that submissions are reviewed and that paying for priority review does not buy approval.
Directory listings can support discovery when the audience and product match. They do not guarantee approval, traffic, backlinks, search rankings or customers. Keep the listing accurate and update it when the product changes.
Primary source
Verify the current rules before submitting.
Our guidance summarizes the directory's own published material. Submission fields, eligibility, queues and paid options may change.
- Read AlternativeTo's official guidanceReviewed 2026-09-12
- Visit AlternativeToOfficial site