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write-plugin-marketplaces

Create and distribute Claude Code plugin marketplaces with marketplace.json.

Updated Feb 21, 2026
Search Tags:#git#validation#plugins#marketplace#hosting#marketplace.json
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npx skills add https://github.com/anselsource/agents --skill write-plugin-marketplaces
Or copy as Structured Prompt for Agent▼
Please help me install this Agent Skill.
Skill: write-plugin-marketplaces
Source: https://github.com/anselsource/agents/tree/main/.claude/skills/write-plugin-marketplaces
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/anselsource/agents --skill write-plugin-marketplaces

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

What problem does it solve?

This guide helps teams design, publish, and distribute Claude Code plugin marketplaces, enabling centralized discovery and controlled sharing of plugins.

Core Features & Use Cases

  • Marketplace creation: Define a marketplace.json with plugin entries and hosting details.
  • Plugin distribution: Share plugins across teams with versioning and update flows.
  • Host and manage: Support for multiple sources (GitHub, npm, git URLs), private repos, and release channels.
  • Use Case: Use this to publish a team plugin like 'review-plugin' to your organization's marketplace.

Quick Start

Create a local marketplace following this guide, include at least one sample plugin, and validate the setup with the provided commands.

Frequently Asked Questions about write-plugin-marketplaces

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema
How do I create a Claude Code plugin marketplace?▼

To create a Claude Code plugin marketplace, define a marketplace.json file with required schema fields including name, owner, and plugins, then host it to enable centralized plugin discovery and distribution across your teams.

What plugin sources can I configure in a marketplace.json file?▼

The marketplace.json file supports configuring plugin sources via relative paths, GitHub repositories, npm packages, pip packages, and direct git URLs, allowing flexible plugin hosting and distribution workflows.

How do I distribute private repository plugins through a marketplace?▼

You can distribute private repository plugins through a marketplace by configuring git URL sources in your marketplace.json and setting up appropriate release channels to control access for your organization.

Can I use npm and pip packages as plugin sources in my marketplace?▼

Yes, npm and pip packages are fully supported as plugin sources in marketplace.json configurations, alongside GitHub repositories, direct git URLs, and relative paths for local plugin development and distribution.

How do I validate a marketplace setup and troubleshoot hosting issues?▼

Validate your marketplace setup by running the provided validation commands against your marketplace.json file, and use the troubleshooting guidance to resolve common plugin distribution, hosting, and update flow issues.

When do I need a marketplace.json file for plugin distribution?▼

You need a marketplace.json file when you want to centrally publish, host, and distribute Claude Code plugins to your teams with versioning, update flows, and controlled access across multiple supported sources.

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