Web Tools Weekly at a glance
- Listing price
- Free
- Domain rating
- DR 44
- Account
- Not needed
- Captcha
- None
- Backlink or badge
- Not required
- Email confirmation
- No
- Submit at
- webtoolsweekly.com/submit
What Web Tools Weekly is and who it's for
Web Tools Weekly is a curated email newsletter that goes out every Thursday morning to 15,901 subscribers. It focuses on tools for front-end developers, including libraries, frameworks, plugins, web apps, and more. The newsletter is curated by Louis Lazaris and has been running since 2013.
Front-end developers, web developers, programmers, and designers looking for new tools and resources.
It lists
- Libraries
- Frameworks
- Plugins
- Scripts
- Web Apps
- Desktop Apps
- Mobile Apps
- APIs / Services
It doesn't take
- Articles or tutorials
- Productivity-related tools (moved to Tech Productivity newsletter)
How to submit to Web Tools Weekly, step by step
Submit your tool via DM on X or Bluesky to @LouisLazaris. There is no form; just send a message with details about your tool.
Prepare your tool details
Gather a brief description and link to your tool. Make sure it's relevant to front-end developers and not an article, tutorial, or productivity tool.
Send a DM on X or Bluesky
Direct message @LouisLazaris on X or @LouisLazaris.com on Bluesky. DMs are open on both platforms.
Wait for review
The editor will review your submission. There is no stated review time.
Get featured
If accepted, your tool will be included in an upcoming issue of the newsletter.
Web Tools Weekly pricing: free vs paid
| Option | Price | What you get |
|---|---|---|
| Free submission | Free | Consideration for inclusion in the newsletter via DM |
| Top Ad Combo | $175 USD | Top wide image + description, text link ad below introduction, permanent ad in archive |
| Paid Product Review | $375 USD | 700-1000 word intro review, screenshots, captions, deep links, permanent review in archive |
| Middle Image Ad | $50 USD | Image ad after 2nd category, up to 600 characters text + links, permanent ad in archive |
| Text Link Combo | $30 USD | One text link in category 2, one text link in category 3, permanent ads in archive |
| Classified Listing | $10 USD | Single link and brief description, part of 'Commercial Apps...' section, permanent link in archive |
| Ad Swap | Free | Single ad spot in newsletter, equal in value to yours; for newsletters with 3,000+ subscribers |
Why Web Tools Weekly submissions get rejected or stall
- Submitting articles or tutorials
- Submitting productivity-related tools (they belong to Tech Productivity newsletter)
- Submitting via any channel other than DM on X or Bluesky
- Submitting a tool that is not useful for front-end developers
Tips for a listing that gets approved
- Use DM on X or Bluesky; there is no web form.
- Clearly explain how your tool helps front-end developers.
- If you want guaranteed placement, consider a paid ad option like the Classified Listing for $10.
- Check the archive to see what kinds of tools get featured.
Our take on Web Tools Weekly
Web Tools Weekly is a good fit for developers with tools that directly help front-end work. Submission is free and simple via DM, but inclusion is at the editor's discretion. For guaranteed visibility, paid advertising options start at $10.
Web Tools Weekly FAQ
How do I submit my tool to Web Tools Weekly?
Send a DM on X to @LouisLazaris or on Bluesky to @LouisLazaris.com. There is no submission form.
Is there a fee to get listed?
No, submission is free. However, paid advertising options are available if you want guaranteed placement.
What types of tools does Web Tools Weekly accept?
It accepts libraries, frameworks, plugins, scripts, web apps, desktop apps, mobile apps, APIs/services, editors/IDEs, and any other tool useful for web developers, programmers, or designers.
Does Web Tools Weekly accept articles or tutorials?
No, articles and tutorials are not included. Productivity-related tools are also not accepted; they go to the Tech Productivity newsletter.
Checked against Web Tools Weekly's own pages on Oct 24, 2026: webtoolsweekly.com, webtoolsweekly.com/submit, webtoolsweekly.com/sponsor. Directories change their forms and prices; the submit page has the final word.
