# Submit to WordPress Plugin Directory

> Launch Llama directory submission tracker review — last reviewed 2026-08-25

- **Canonical:** https://tools.launchllama.co/tools/launch-directories/wordpress-plugin-directory
- **Markdown twin:** https://tools.launchllama.co/directory-spokes/wordpress-plugin-directory.md
- **Directory:** WordPress Plugin Directory (wordpress.org)
- **Submit URL:** https://wordpress.org/plugins
- **DR:** 78
- **Pricing:** Free
- **Category:** General Directory (#79 of 276 by DR in this category)
- **Referral traffic:** Very High
- **Backlink quality:** Very Strong
- **Link type:** Dofollow — wordpress.org/plugins listing pages with crawlable outbound links to plugin author URLs in readme metadata

## Quick verdict

WordPress plugin registry — DR 78, free to submit. Worth it for any WordPress plugin; skip if your product is not distributed through wp.org.

**Best for:** Free and freemium WordPress plugins seeking install discovery · Agencies and dev shops building wp-admin extensions for site owners

## Approval & timeline

- **Time-to-live:** Manual plugin review — typically days to two weeks for first submission; security and guideline violations extend timeline.
- **Review:** WordPress.org plugin review team checks GPL compliance, security, coding standards, and readme accuracy.
- **Common rejections:** GPL violations, phone-home tracking without disclosure, obfuscated code, trademark issues, or incomplete readme.txt files.
- **Reputation:** First plugin review is thorough — founders underestimate readme.txt and security audit requirements.

## Pros

- DR 78 domain with Very High traffic from WordPress admin plugin search
- Free listing and hosting on WordPress.org SVN infrastructure
- Backlink quality rated Very Strong on approved plugin pages
- Install counts and reviews provide social proof inside WordPress ecosystem

## Cons

- WordPress plugins only — irrelevant for standalone SaaS or non-WP products
- Strict GPL and security review — rejections delay launch timelines
- Not a startup launch platform — discovery is search-driven, not editorial
- Premium upsell plugins must clearly separate free wp.org version from paid features

## What you need before you submit

- Unique plugin slug checked against existing wordpress.org/plugins entries
- GPL-compatible license and properly attributed third-party code
- readme.txt with tested-up-to, requires-at-least, tags, description, installation, FAQ
- SVN-ready plugin bundle with no security vulnerabilities or unescaped output
- Author URI and plugin URI in readme for outbound links on listing page

**Gotchas:**

- Use the official plugin check tool (Plugin Check) before submission
- Trialware that disables core features without payment may be rejected
- Trademark your plugin name carefully — conflicts with existing plugins block approval

## Submission mechanics

- **Account:** WordPress.org account — submit via the Add Your Plugin form; approved plugins deploy to SVN repository.
- **Categories:** readme.txt tags control search discovery — use accurate WordPress feature tags, not marketing keywords.
- **Anchor text:** Plugin name as listing title; Author URI and Plugin URI fields link to your site.
- **Link placement:** Dedicated wordpress.org/plugins/{slug}/ page — indexed directory entry surfaced in wp-admin search.

## FAQ

### Is the WordPress Plugin Directory free?

Yes — listing, hosting, and SVN distribution are Free. You may sell premium versions elsewhere but the wp.org version must meet GPL guidelines.

### How long does WordPress plugin review take?

First submissions typically take days to two weeks. Security issues or incomplete readme files extend the timeline.

### Does wordpress.org/plugins help SEO?

Plugin pages have Very Strong backlink ratings and rank for WordPress-specific queries — high value for plugin businesses.

### Can I list a SaaS product in the WordPress directory?

Only WordPress plugins installable through wp-admin belong here. Pure SaaS without a WordPress plugin component should use other directories.

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