PWA Directory at a glance
- Listing price
- Free, paid upgradesPro Launch EUR49 one-time (SEO pages, verified badge, full refund if rejected)
- Account
- Not needed
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- No
- Time to go live
- Standard: up to four weeks. Pro Launch: within 48 hours.
- Submit at
- pwa.directory/submit
What PWA Directory is and who it's for
PWA Directory is a curated catalog of Progressive Web Apps. It lists 926 PWAs across 15 categories, checking each app's installability against its manifest and flagging offline support only where it can be verified. Visitors can browse, search, and install apps directly from their browser without an app store. The directory emphasizes evidence-based curation, separating what apps claim from what can be verified.
People looking for installable web apps that work offline and can be added to their device without an app store.
It lists
- Progressive Web Apps
- Installable web apps
- Apps with a valid manifest.json
- Apps with a registered service worker
- Apps served over HTTPS
- Apps with genuine product value
It doesn't take
- Apps without a valid manifest.json
- Apps without a registered service worker
- Apps not served over HTTPS
- Apps with broken core flows
- Duplicate listings
How to submit to PWA Directory, step by step
Submit your PWA via the standard form. It's free, human-reviewed, and published on approval within up to four weeks.
Fill the submission form
Go to /submit and provide your app's address, name, category, and your email. Optionally add a short description (max 300 characters), screenshot URLs hosted on your domain, and extra notes.
Choose review tier
Select Standard (free, up to four weeks) or Pro Launch (€49 one-time, published within 48 hours, featured 30 days, permanent in-depth listing). Pro Launch is paid via Stripe Checkout.
Submit for review
Click 'Submit for review'. No account or email verification is required. You can also email [email protected] with the same information.
Wait for review
The team opens your app, installs it, checks offline behavior, and verifies manifest and service worker. Standard review takes up to four weeks; Pro Launch is within 48 hours.
Review the listing before it goes live
For Pro Launch, you get the written listing for approval before publication. For Standard, you may be contacted if needed. Once approved, the listing goes live.
Get listed
Your PWA appears in the directory with a dedicated page. Pro Launch includes 3 SEO pages, a verified badge, and 30 days featured on the homepage. Updates are free forever.
What the PWA Directory form asks for
| Field | Limits and format |
|---|---|
| Your app's address | Required, no need for https:// |
| App name | Required |
| Category | Select from 15 categories or 'Other — I'll name it' |
| Your email (for the review outcome) | Required |
| Short description | Optional, max 300 characters |
| Screenshot URLs | Optional, one per line, hosted on your domain |
| Anything else we should know | Optional |
| Reference channel | 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.
PWA Directory pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Standard submission | Free | Listing in the catalogue, a page Google can read, sitemap and llms.txt inclusion, reviewed up to four weeks |
| Pro Launch submission | €49 one-time | Published within 48 hours, 3 dedicated SEO pages, verified badge, premium founder support, featured on homepage for 30 days, permanent in-depth editorial listing, full refund if rejected |
Why PWA Directory submissions get rejected or stall
- Missing manifest.json
- No service worker registered
- Not served over HTTPS
- Broken core flow
- Duplicate listing
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Ensure your manifest.json and service worker are correctly set up and your app works over HTTPS before submitting.
- If you have a launch deadline, consider Pro Launch for 48-hour review and 30-day homepage feature.
- Provide screenshot URLs hosted on your own domain to enhance your listing.
- You can update your listing anytime by emailing [email protected] with the listing URL and changes.
Our take on PWA Directory
Submit here if you have a genuine PWA with a valid manifest and service worker. Standard review is free but can take up to four weeks; Pro Launch gets you listed in 48 hours with extra visibility for €49. The directory is curated and evidence-based, so make sure your app meets the technical requirements.
PWA Directory FAQ
How much does it cost to list my PWA?
Standard submission is free. Pro Launch costs €49 one-time and includes faster review, featured placement, and extra benefits. Full refund if rejected.
How long does approval take?
Standard review takes up to four weeks. Pro Launch is published within 48 hours.
Do I need an account to submit?
No account is required. You just fill the form with your email for review outcome.
What are the requirements for my PWA to be listed?
Your app must have a valid manifest.json, a registered service worker, be served over HTTPS, have no broken core flow, and offer genuine product value.
Checked against PWA Directory's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: pwa.directory, pwa.directory/submit, pwa.directory/pricing, pwa.directory/faq. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
