Find answers to common questions about the EDA Tools Directory.
Yes, 100%. Our directory is completely free to browse. However, the tools we list have their own licensing (some are Open Source, some are Paid, and some offer Student versions).
No. To ensure security and that you get the latest version, we verify and provide direct links to the official developer websites. We do not host any installer files ourselves.
Check our "EDA Top Picks" section under the Tools menu. Generally, we recommend KiCad for PCB design and LTspice for simulation as they are free and widely used.
Many do! On the Browse Tools page, use the "OS Filter" to instantly see only the software that runs on your specific operating system.
Please let us know via the Contact Page immediately. We try to check links weekly, but software companies move pages often.
Yes. We only link to official sources (company websites) or trusted repositories (like GitHub). We never link to cracked software or third-party mirrors.
Currently, there is no feature for submitting your tools. In the nearer future, we'll plan about it.
Absolutely. If you are the developer, email us at contact@edatoolsdirectory.com or use the Contact form, and we will verify and update your listing.
It means the software is paid for commercial use but offers a free version for students. You usually need a university email address (e.g., .edu) to unlock it.
We provide Cheatsheets and Roadmaps in the Discover section to help you get started, but for full video tutorials, we link to the official website / documentation of each tool.