FAQ

Is OpenLib only for desktop apps? #

No. OpenLib can list desktop, mobile, web, command-line, and self-hosted apps when they meet the app guidelines.

Does every app need a download link? #

No. Web-only or self-hosted projects may use website, source, documentation, or release links instead.

Can commercial open-source apps be listed? #

Yes, if the app is meaningfully open source and the listing is transparent about licensing and paid services.

What if an app is no longer maintained? #

Maintainers may mark it deprecated, update the description, or remove unsafe links.

How do docs pages get URLs? #

Docs URLs are generated from page titles or explicit slugs in Markdown front matter. For example, Submit an App becomes /docs/submit-app.

Where are docs stored? #

Docs are stored as Markdown files in docs/content/ and generated into static pages under /docs/.

How do maintainers edit docs? #

Maintainers edit Markdown files locally under docs/content/, then run npm run docs:build to regenerate the static documentation pages.