Categories and subcategories in the commercial marketplace
Categories and subcategories are mapped to one or both of the commercial marketplace online stores based on the solution type. When you create a commercial marketplace offer in Partner Center, it might be listed on either or both online stores based on the offer type, categories, and other options you select. In the rare case that the offer is relevant to the users of both online stores, it can appear in both.
Select the categories and subcategories that best align with your solution. Assigning the categories and subcategories that are appropriate for your offer will help customers find your offer in the commercial marketplace.
You can select:
- At least one and up to two categories. You can choose a primary and a secondary category.
- Up to two subcategories for each primary category. If you don't select any subcategories, your offer will still be discoverable under the selected category.
Azure Marketplace categories and subcategories
This table shows the primary categories and subcategories that map to Azure Marketplace.
| Primary category | Subcategory |
|---|---|
| AI + Machine Learning | Automated ML Bot Services Business/Robotic Process Automation Cognitive Services Data Labeling Data Preparation Knowledge Mining ML Operations ML Service Generative AI |
| Analytics | Big Data Data Analytics Data Insights Predictive Analytics Real-time/Streaming Analytics |
| Blockchain | App Accelerators Multi-node Ledger Single-node Ledger Tools |
| Compute | Application Infrastructure Cache Operating Systems |
| Containers | Container Apps |
| Databases | Data Lakes Data Warehouse Ledger/Blockchain Databases NoSQL Databases Relational Databases |
| Developer Tools | Developer Service Scripts Tools |
| DevOps | N/A |
| Identity | Access Management |
| Integration | Messaging |
| Internet of Things | IoT Analytics & Data IoT Connectivity IoT Edge Modules IoT & IIoT Platforms IoT Security IoT Solutions |
| IT & Management Tools | Business Applications Management Solutions |
| Media | Content Protection Live & On-Demand Streaming Media Services |
| Migration | Data Migration |
| Mixed Reality | Gaming |
| Monitoring & Diagnostics | N/A |
| Networking | Appliance Managers Connectivity Firewalls Load Balancers Private MEC |
| Security | Identity & Access Management Information Protection and Governance Threat Protection |
| Storage | Backup & Recovery Data Ingest/ETL Data Management Enterprise Hybrid Storage Block, File & Object Sharing |
| Web | Blogs & CMS Ecommerce Starter Web Apps Web Apps Web Apps Frameworks |
Microsoft AppSource categories and subcategories
This table shows the primary categories and subcategories that map to Microsoft AppSource.
| Primary category | Subcategory |
|---|---|
| AI + Machine Learning | AI for Business Bot Apps |
| Analytics | Advanced Analytics Dashboard & Data Visualization |
| Collaboration | Chat Contact Management Meeting & Calendar Management Site Design & Management Voice & Video Conferencing |
| Commerce | E-Commerce, Social Commerce, & Marketplaces Loyalty & Gifting Product Information & Content Management Personalization, Ratings, & Reviews Store Management Subscription & Post Purchase Services |
| Compliance & Legal | Data, Governance, & Privacy Health & Safety Legal Tax & Audit |
| Customer Service | Back Office & Employee Service Contact Center Face to Face Service Knowledge & Case Management Social Media & Omnichannel Engagement |
| Finance | Accounting Analytics, Consolidation & Reporting Asset Management Compliance & Risk Management Payments, Credit, & Collections |
| Geolocation | Maps News & Weather Address Validation |
| Human Resources | HR Operations Talent Acquisition Talent Management People Analytics & Insights |
| Internet of Things | Asset Management & Operations Connected Products Intelligent Supply Chain Predictive Maintenance Remote Monitoring Safety & Security Smart Infrastructure & Resources Vehicles & Mobility |
| IT & Management Tools | Business Applications Management Solutions |
| Marketing | Advertisement Analytics Campaign Management & Automation Email Marketing Events & Resource Management Pricing Optimization Research & Analytics Social Media |
| Operations & Supply Chain | Asset & Production Management Demand Forecasting Information Management & Connectivity Planning, Purchasing & Reporting Quality & Service Management Sales & Order Management Transportation & Warehouse Management |
| Productivity | Blogs Content Creation & Management Document & File management Email Management Gamification Language & Translation Search & Reference Workflow Automation |
| Project Management | Project Accounting & Revenue Recognition Project Invoicing Project Time & Expense Reporting Project Resource Planning & Utilization Metrics Project Planning & Tracking Project Sales Proposals & Bids |
| Sales | Business Data Management Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) Contract Management CRM Sales Enablement Telesales |