Publish app to Marketplace - Question About GitHub App Listing Review Process Timeline

[jpomykala]

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Hi everyone,
we recently submitted our app for listing on the GitHub Marketplace and made sure all the required details and criteria were provided. Right now, the status shows:

"Your listing is under review by GitHub for publishing. We'll notify you via email with updates."

We haven’t been able to find any clear guidance or SLAs on how long this review stage usually takes. Could anyone share their experience or give an idea of the typical timeframe? It's been a month and 3 weeks now 🙃

Also, if the review ends up taking longer than expected, what’s the best way to follow up with GitHub for an update?

Thanks a lot for any insights or advice!

[gpl-gowthamchand]

Hey @jpomykala, good question. what I found:

• Only repository admins or people with triage or higher access can delete discussions. ([GitHub Docs]1)
• Regular contributors or discussion creators don’t have permission to delete their own discussion threads. ([GitHub]2)
• If there’s something you want removed (sensitive info, etc.), you could ask a repo admin or maintainer to delete it for you.

[kumarbasnet100]

Hi jpomykala,
Here’s a detailed answer based on your situation with GitHub Marketplace app reviews:

1. Typical Review Timeframe
   The review process for GitHub Marketplace apps can vary significantly depending on factors like:
   Number of apps currently in review
   Complexity of your app
   Whether security and compliance checks are required
   From community experience, the typical review time is 2–6 weeks, but some cases may take longer. Since you’ve been waiting about 7 weeks (1 month and 3 weeks), it’s slightly above average but not unheard of.

2. Best Practices While Waiting
   Check your email: GitHub usually notifies the primary email associated with the developer account if additional information is needed.
   Verify all submission requirements: Ensure all fields are filled, public email is verified, two-factor authentication is enabled, and the Marketplace Developer Agreement is signed (as your screenshot confirms).
   Avoid re-submitting: Submitting again may restart the review process.

3. Following Up With GitHub
   If the review takes longer than expected:
   Open a GitHub Support ticket: Use the GitHub Support Contact page. Select “Marketplace app submission” or “Developer support” as the topic.
   Provide relevant details: Include your app name, submission date, and current status.
   Be patient but persistent: A follow-up after 6–8 weeks is reasonable.

Hope this finds you well