FileHorse at a glance
- Listing price
- Free
- Domain rating
- DR 73
- Account
- Not needed
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- No
- Submit at
- filehorse.com/submit/
What FileHorse is and who it's for
FileHorse.com aims to provide the most complete and accurate software catalog online. It lists Windows desktop programs and games, with download links, descriptions, and user reviews. The site is organized by categories such as Browsers, Security, Office, and Games, and also allows browsing by company.
Windows users looking for safe, tested software downloads and reviews.
It lists
- Windows desktop software
- Windows games
- Freeware
- Open source software
- Commercial software (trial/demo)
- Software with affiliate programs
It doesn't take
- Web-based SaaS (no desktop client)
- Mac-only software
- Mobile apps
- Software containing malware or PUPs
How to submit to FileHorse, step by step
Submit your program via the contact form with the required information; listing is free if approved.
Prepare your submission materials
Gather program name, version, website, download link, license type, icon (256x256px), screenshots, description, and optional PAD file or YouTube review.
Contact the FileHorse team
Use the contact form on the Submit Program page to send your request. Identify yourself as a developer, company representative, or agent.
Wait for review
The FileHorse team reviews each request and reserves the right to decide what gets published.
Pass security testing
Your software will be tested by the team and scanned with VirusTotal and Google Safe Browsing for malware or PUPs.
Get listed
If approved, your program appears in the catalog with download links and your provided materials.
What the FileHorse form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| Program name and current version | — |
| Program and/or company website | — |
| Program installation download link | — |
| Program license | Open Source, Freeware, Demo, Trial, etc. |
| Program icon | preferably 256px x 256px, optional |
| Program screenshots | optional |
| Description of the program and its main features | optional |
| YouTube video review of the program | optional |
| PAD file link | optional |
| Affiliate program link | optional |
Our free preview drafts your name, tagline, short and long descriptions, categories and tags in the lengths directories like this one ask for. Try it with your URL.
FileHorse pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Standard listing | Free | Listing in the catalog with download links, description, icon, and screenshots if approved. |
Why FileHorse submissions get rejected or stall
- Software is web-based only, without a Windows desktop client
- Software is for Mac or mobile only
- Software fails VirusTotal or Google Safe Browsing scan (malware, trojan, PUP)
- Incomplete submission missing required information (name, version, website, download link, license)
- FileHorse team decides not to list the software for any reason
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Include a 256x256px icon to improve your listing's appearance.
- If you have an affiliate program, mention the network (Avangate, CleverBridge, Partnerize, Impact, CJ) to potentially earn revenue.
- Provide a direct download link to your installer; FileHorse may mirror the file on their servers.
- Keep your listing updated by contacting them when you release a new version.
Our take on FileHorse
FileHorse is a good fit for Windows desktop software developers, especially freeware and commercial tools, who want exposure to a large audience of downloaders. Listing is free but requires manual submission and review, with no guaranteed approval. Expect a security scan and possible delays.
FileHorse FAQ
How much does it cost to list software on FileHorse?
Listing is free. There is no paid option mentioned on the site.
Do I need an account to submit?
No, you submit via the contact form without creating an account.
What are the requirements for software to be listed?
It must be Windows desktop software, pass VirusTotal and Google Safe Browsing scans, and include program name, version, website, download link, and license information.
Checked against FileHorse's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: filehorse.com, filehorse.com/submit/. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
