Terminal Trove at a glance
- Listing price
- Free
- Account
- Not needed
- Captcha
- Google reCAPTCHA
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- No
- Time to go live
- Express Lane: 3-5 working days. Free submissions: no stated time.
- Submit at
- terminaltrove.com/submit/
What Terminal Trove is and who it's for
Terminal Trove is a curated catalog of command-line interface (CLI), terminal user interface (TUI), and other terminal tools. It features a Tool of the Week, newly added tools, and an explore section. The site offers a search API, sitemap, and full LLM index.
Developers and terminal enthusiasts looking for quality terminal tools.
It lists
- CLI tools
- TUI tools
- Terminal tools
- Cross-platform tools
- Standalone binaries
It doesn't take
- Tools already listed on Terminal Trove
How to submit to Terminal Trove, step by step
Submit your tool via the form on the submit page or email the curator. Free submissions are reviewed but may take longer.
Check criteria
Ensure your tool is cross-platform, preferably a standalone binary, has an image preview (PNG, GIF, or MP4), and is not already listed.
Choose submission method
Use the submission form on the submit page or email the curator at curator@terminaltrove.com.
Provide tool details
Fill out the form with your tool's information, including a preview image and optional email for contact.
Wait for review
The curator personally tries each tool before listing. Free submissions enter a queue; Express Lane submissions are prioritized.
Receive decision
If you provided an email, you'll be contacted with the decision. If rejected, the curator may tell you what to change.
Terminal Trove pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free submission | Free | Standard review queue |
| Express Lane | $199 one-time | Prioritized review within 3-5 working days, credit toward first sponsorship, non-refundable, credit expires 60 days after decision |
Why Terminal Trove submissions get rejected or stall
- Tool is not cross-platform
- Tool lacks an image preview (PNG, GIF, or MP4)
- Tool is already listed on Terminal Trove
- Tool does not meet quality standards after curator testing
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Include a high-quality image preview (PNG, GIF, or MP4) to showcase your tool.
- Ensure your tool is cross-platform and preferably distributed as a standalone binary.
- Check the explore section to see what types of tools are already listed.
- If you need faster review, consider the Express Lane for $199, which also credits toward sponsorship.
Our take on Terminal Trove
Terminal Trove is ideal for developers of CLI/TUI tools that are cross-platform and have visual appeal. Free submission is straightforward but may have a long queue; the Express Lane guarantees a response within 3-5 working days. The curator personally tests each tool, so quality matters.
Terminal Trove FAQ
How much does it cost to submit a tool to Terminal Trove?
Submission is free. There is an optional Express Lane for $199 that prioritizes your review and credits toward sponsorship.
How long does it take to get listed on Terminal Trove?
With Express Lane, you'll get a response within 3-5 working days. Free submissions have no stated review time.
Does Terminal Trove require a backlink?
No, there is no backlink requirement.
What are the requirements for a tool to be listed?
Tools should ideally be cross-platform, standalone binaries preferred, have an image preview (PNG, GIF, or MP4), and not already be listed.
Do I need an account to submit?
No account is required; you can submit via the form or email the curator.
Checked against Terminal Trove's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: terminaltrove.com, terminaltrove.com/submit/. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
