Become an UpdateStar Authorized Distributor
Put your software in front of 190 million unique users a year. Let UpdateStar distribute your original, unmodified installers with your permission. Your users get a verified download of the latest version, and your listings carry the Authorized mark. The program is free and non-exclusive.
Why become an Authorized Distributor?
What changes for your products on UpdateStar.
Authorized Distributor mark
Your listings show the blue “Authorized Download Partner” mark right next to our “Safe to install” check, so visitors can see at a glance that the download comes with your permission.
Your original installer, untouched
We serve your unmodified installer from UpdateStar servers. No wrappers, no bundled offers, no repackaging, and every file is hash-verified against your original.
Always the latest version
Releases from Authorized Distributor partners are processed first. Send us a PAD file, an RSS/JSON feed or simply an email, and your new version goes live quickly.
“Safe to install” on every release
Every new build is checked with industry-leading security scanners before it goes live, so your users get a clean download.
Reach users who already run your software
The UpdateStar client checks installed programs for updates. When you release, users who have your software installed are told about the new version.
Editorial visibility
Partners are considered first for reviews, tutorials and release coverage in UpdateStar News and for our Editor’s Choice award.
A listing you control
A direct line to our team for descriptions, screenshots, categories, platforms and download links. Corrections are handled with priority.
Free, non-exclusive, revocable
No fees, no commission, no exclusivity. You can withdraw the mirror permission at any time and we will remove the hosted files.
What the Authorized mark means
The mark tells visitors that UpdateStar offers your software with the permission of the publisher or an authorized representative, and that the file is your original installer.
You stay the owner of your software and are responsible for its content and licensing. UpdateStar distributes it unchanged, and you can withdraw the permission at any time.
How it works
Four steps, usually done within a few days.
Apply
Email us at support@updatestar.com from your company domain, or reply “Approved” to our invitation.
Verify
We confirm that you are the publisher or an authorized representative of the products.
Grant mirror permission
You allow us to host and distribute your unmodified installers. You stay the owner of your software at all times.
Go live
We switch on the mark on your listings and send you the badge and link for your own website.
What we ask from you
Just two things, and only one of them is required.
Permission to mirror your installer Required
Your written OK, by email, that UpdateStar may host and distribute your unmodified installers. You can withdraw it at any time.
A mention on your download page Optional
Name UpdateStar as an official download source or mirror and link to your UpdateStar page, for example with the badge below.
The badge for your website
Show your users that UpdateStar is an authorized source for your software. Pick one of four versions, copy the code and replace YOUR-PRODUCT with your product’s address on UpdateStar.
Horizontal 300×46
For download pages and footers on light backgrounds.
<a href="https://YOUR-PRODUCT.updatestar.com/" title="Download from UpdateStar, Authorized Distributor">
<img src="https://www.updatestar.com/img/badges/updatestar-authorized-distributor-horizontal-transparent.svg"
alt="UpdateStar Authorized Distributor" width="300" height="46">
</a>
Horizontal card 300×43
White card with border. Works on dark or colourful backgrounds.
<a href="https://YOUR-PRODUCT.updatestar.com/" title="Download from UpdateStar, Authorized Distributor">
<img src="https://www.updatestar.com/img/badges/updatestar-authorized-distributor-horizontal-card.svg"
alt="UpdateStar Authorized Distributor" width="300" height="43">
</a>Square 250×250
For sidebars and “Where to download” sections.
<a href="https://YOUR-PRODUCT.updatestar.com/" title="Download from UpdateStar, Authorized Distributor">
<img src="https://www.updatestar.com/img/badges/updatestar-authorized-distributor-stacked-250x250.svg"
alt="UpdateStar Authorized Distributor" width="250" height="250">
</a>
Small square 160×160
Compact version for tight layouts.
<a href="https://YOUR-PRODUCT.updatestar.com/" title="Download from UpdateStar, Authorized Distributor">
<img src="https://www.updatestar.com/img/badges/updatestar-authorized-distributor-stacked-160x160.svg"
alt="UpdateStar Authorized Distributor" width="160" height="160">
</a>FAQ
What does it cost?
Nothing. The program is free, and there is no commission on sales or downloads.
Do you modify my installer?
Never. We distribute the exact file you publish. Its hash is checked against your original, and there are no wrappers, toolbars or bundled offers.
Do I have to put the badge on my website?
No, it is optional. If you list UpdateStar as an official download source or mirror and link to your UpdateStar page, your users get one more trusted place to download, and we appreciate it.
Can I withdraw the permission?
Yes, at any time. Send us a short email and we will stop hosting your files and remove the mark.
Which of my products are covered?
All products of yours that are listed on UpdateStar. You can also exclude individual titles.
Who is responsible for the software?
You remain the owner and are responsible for your software and its licensing. UpdateStar distributes it on your behalf, unchanged.
Is it exclusive?
No. You can work with any other download site or store as well.
How do new versions reach UpdateStar?
However suits you: a PAD file, an RSS/JSON release feed or a short email. Authorized partners are processed first.
Ready to become an Authorized Distributor?
Reach 190 million unique users a year. Email us from your company domain. We will take it from there.
Apply nowSee also our Trust Center on how every download is checked.