Microsoft AppSource

Product

Marketplace for business applications and add-ins that extend Microsoft 365, Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform.

Title graphic: Microsoft AppSource (Product)

Type	Product
Also known as	AppSource
Documentation	learn.microsoft.com/marketplace/appsource-overview

Key points about Microsoft AppSource

Microsoft AppSource is Microsoft's online marketplace for business solutions, comparable to a mall where every store sells software, services and templates for Microsoft products. · Microsoft AppSource - Simply Explained
AppSource and Azure Marketplace are combined into a single platform, simplifying the search. · Microsoft AppSource - Simply Explained
An AppSource listing is part of a buyer's evaluation journey and not a brochure you set up once. · Your AppSource Listing Is Costing You Deals
The storefront decision, AppSource or Azure Marketplace, should work backward from the buyer's behavior. · The Hard Way to Get Listed on Microsoft…

Episodes about Microsoft AppSource

Microsoft AppSource - Simply Explained

2026-07-23

Welcome to another episode of Knowledge Nuggets with Mirko Peters. Today we're exploring https://www.m365.fm/categories/simply-explained/ AppSource, Microsoft's marketplace for business applications, consulting services, and industry solutions built…

Your AppSource Listing Is Costing You Deals

2026-07-15

Your Microsoft AppSource listing could be costing you far more than visibility—it could be costing you qualified leads, customer trust, and closed deals. In this episode, we uncover the most common mistakes Microsoft partners and ISVs make when creating their…

The Hard Way to Get Listed on Microsoft Marketplace

2026-07-15

Getting listed on the Microsoft Marketplace sounds straightforward—but the reality is far more challenging. In this episode, we explore what it really takes to publish solutions and services in Microsoft's commercial marketplace, from meeting technical…

Timeline of episodes about Microsoft AppSource

Articles about Microsoft AppSource (4)

Why Your AppSource Listing Is Quietly Killing Your Sales Pipeline
2026-08-27 · Mirko Peters
When software vendors build incredible solutions for the Microsoft 365 ecosystem, they often pour all their time, energy, and capital into product development. They…
Decoding Azure Marketplace vs. AppSource: Which Storefront Do You Need?
2026-08-22 · Mirko Peters
Welcome back to the blog! If you have ever navigated the vast and sometimes overwhelming world of enterprise software procurement, you know that finding the right t…
Per-Tenant Extensions vs ISV Apps in Business Central: Which to Choose?
2026-08-21 · Mirko Peters
Compare Business Central Per-Tenant Extensions (PTEs) and ISV apps. Learn how to choose the right customization strategy for your ERP environment.
Navigating Microsoft AppSource: A Guide for Business Leaders
2026-08-13 · Mirko Peters
Welcome back to the blog! If you are managing a modern digital workplace, you already know that your technology stack needs to do more than just function—it n…

Frequently asked questions

What is Microsoft AppSource?

Microsoft's online marketplace for business solutions, where organizations find applications, consulting services, templates and industry-specific solutions that work with Microsoft products. · From the episode: Microsoft AppSource - Simply Explained

Is AppSource just an app store?

No. It is much more than plugins for Outlook; it also includes consulting services and templates and connects to Dynamics 365, Power Platform, Azure and Microsoft 365. · From the episode: Microsoft AppSource - Simply Explained

Can you try AppSource apps before buying?

Many applications provide free trials so businesses can test solutions before making a financial commitment. · From the episode: Microsoft AppSource - Simply Explained

Is AppSource for consumers?

No. AppSource is an online marketplace designed entirely for organizations, offering solutions for specific business problems. The episode states clearly that it is not for consumer apps. · From the episode: Microsoft AppSource - Simply Explained

How is AppSource related to Azure Marketplace?

The two have been combined into a single platform to simplify the search for applications and services. · From the episode: Microsoft AppSource - Simply Explained

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Documentation: learn.microsoft.com/marketplace/appsource-overview
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M365.FM episodes on this topic: 3
Articles on this topic: 4

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