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
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	Kubernetes Apps
Database	Data Lakes Data Warehouse Ledger/Blockchain Databases NoSQL Databases Relational Databases
Developer Tools	Developer Service Scripts Tools
DevOps	N/A
Identity	Access Management
IT & Management Tools	Management Solutions Business Applications
Internet of Things	IoT Analytics & Data IoT Connectivity IoT Core Services IoT Edge Modules Iot & IIot Platforms IoT Security IoT 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 Block File & Object Sharing Data Management Enterprise Hybrid Storage
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