sparshsam · sparshsam · Jun 21, 2026 · Jun 21, 2026
@@ -13,7 +13,7 @@ macOS experimental; Linux unsupported.
 
 ## Distribution and Updates
 
-- **Microsoft Store** (in certification) — automatic updates after approval.
+- **Microsoft Store** (live) — automatic updates through the Store.
 - **GitHub MSIX** — advanced users, unsigned, requires Developer Mode for sideloading.
 - **Legacy Setup.exe** — manual recovery only.
 - The app detects updates via GitHub API (opens browser). It never downloads or runs installers.

@@ -5,7 +5,7 @@
 **Effective date:** June 18, 2026
 
 See the rendered policy at:
-**[https://sparshsam.github.io/pdfreader-by-sparsh/privacy/](https://sparshsam.github.io/pdfreader-by-sparsh/privacy/)**
+**[https://sparshsam.github.io/openreader/privacy/](https://sparshsam.github.io/openreader/privacy/)**
 
 ---
 
@@ -33,4 +33,4 @@ No third-party analytics or tracking SDKs are embedded. The only external servic
 
 ## Contact
 
-Open an issue on the [GitHub repository](https://github.com/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh).
+Open an issue on the [GitHub repository](https://github.com/sparshsam/openreader).
@@ -11,10 +11,10 @@
 </p>
 
 <p align="center">
-  <a href="https://github.com/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh/releases/latest"><img alt="Latest release" src="https://img.shields.io/github/v/release/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh?sort=semver&label=stable%20release"></a>
+  <a href="https://github.com/sparshsam/openreader/releases/latest"><img alt="Latest release" src="https://img.shields.io/github/v/release/sparshsam/openreader?sort=semver&label=stable%20release"></a>
   <a href="LICENSE"><img alt="License" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/license-AGPLv3-blue"></a>
-  <a href="https://github.com/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh/actions/workflows/ci.yml"><img alt="CI" src="https://img.shields.io/github/actions/workflow/status/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh/ci.yml?label=CI"></a>
-  <a href="#"><img alt="Microsoft Store" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Store-In%20certification-lightgrey"></a>
+  <a href="https://github.com/sparshsam/openreader/actions/workflows/ci.yml"><img alt="CI" src="https://img.shields.io/github/actions/workflow/status/sparshsam/openreader/ci.yml?label=CI"></a>
+  <a href="https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9MXDVW2645LL"><img alt="Microsoft Store" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/Microsoft%20Store-Get%20OpenReader-0078D4"></a>
   <a href="#download"><img alt="Windows" src="https://img.shields.io/badge/platform-Windows%2010%2F11-blue"></a>
 </p>
 
@@ -34,13 +34,13 @@ Use OpenReader directly, from scripts, or through AI agents.
 
 ### Microsoft Store (Recommended)
 
-The Store submission is in certification. Once approved, install with one click — automatic updates included.
+OpenReader is **live in the Microsoft Store**.
 
-*Store link will appear here after certification.*
+**Recommended:** Install [OpenReader by Sparsh on Microsoft Store](https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9MXDVW2645LL).
 
 ### GitHub Releases (Advanced Users)
 
-MSIX packages are available on the [Releases page](https://github.com/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh/releases).
+For advanced users, MSIX packages remain available on the [GitHub Releases page](https://github.com/sparshsam/openreader/releases).
 
 | Platform | Package | Notes |
 |---|---|---|
@@ -55,7 +55,7 @@ MSIX packages are available on the [Releases page](https://github.com/sparshsam/
 | Platform | Status |
 |---|---|
 | Windows 10/11 | Supported |
-| Microsoft Store | In certification — recommended after approval |
+| Microsoft Store | Live in Microsoft Store |
 | GitHub MSIX | Advanced users |
 | macOS Apple Silicon | Experimental |
 | macOS Intel | Experimental |
@@ -237,8 +237,8 @@ dist\OpenReader\
 macOS packaged builds are **experimental**. To run from source:
 
 ```bash
-git clone https://github.com/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh.git
-cd pdfreader-by-sparsh
+git clone https://github.com/sparshsam/openreader.git
+cd openreader
 python3 -m venv .venv
 source .venv/bin/activate
 pip install -r requirements.txt

@@ -56,7 +56,7 @@ no separate code-signing certificate is needed.
 
 The app's Help → Check for Updates:
 
-1. Calls `https://api.github.com/repos/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh/releases/latest`
+1. Calls `https://api.github.com/repos/sparshsam/openreader/releases/latest`
 2. Reads `tag_name` and compares against `__version__`
 3. If a newer version exists, shows a dialog with release notes
 4. User clicks "Open Releases Page" → browser opens GitHub Releases
@@ -83,21 +83,22 @@ After publishing a tag:
 You can inspect the latest release assets with:
 
 ```bash
-gh release view --repo sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh --json tagName,assets
+gh release view --repo sparshsam/openreader --json tagName,assets
 ```
 
 Or via the same API used by the app:
 
 ```bash
-curl https://api.github.com/repos/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh/releases/latest
+curl https://api.github.com/repos/sparshsam/openreader/releases/latest
 ```
 
 ## MSIX Signing
 
 The MSIX package is unsigned for GitHub Release builds.
 
-1. **Microsoft Store** — Submission is in certification. The Store signs the
-   package automatically with its Store identity.
+1. **Microsoft Store** — Live at
+   [apps.microsoft.com/detail/9MXDVW2645LL](https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9MXDVW2645LL).
+   The Store signs the package automatically with its Store identity.
 2. **Sideloading** — Unsigned MSIX from GitHub Releases requires Windows
    Developer Mode. Local test-signing scripts are in `packaging/msix/`.
 3. **No self-procured code-signing cert** — The Store handles production signing.

@@ -44,7 +44,7 @@ If you are using OpenReader v1.0.0 or v1.0.1 on Windows and see this error when
 
 **One-time manual recovery** — you need to install v1.0.3 manually, then the updater will work from then on:
 
-1. **Download the installer** from the [v1.0.3 release page](https://github.com/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh/releases/tag/v1.0.3) — use `OpenReader-Setup.exe`.
+1. **Download the installer** from the [v1.0.3 release page](https://github.com/sparshsam/openreader/releases/tag/v1.0.3) — use `OpenReader-Setup.exe`.
 2. **Close OpenReader** if it is running (File → Quit, or close the window).
 3. **Right-click the installer** and choose **Run as Administrator**.
 4. **Install over the existing version** — use the same install location (`C:\Program Files\OpenReader` by default).

@@ -30,8 +30,8 @@ Requirements:
 Clone and build:
 
 ```bash
-git clone https://github.com/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh.git
-cd pdfreader-by-sparsh
+git clone https://github.com/sparshsam/openreader.git
+cd openreader
 chmod +x scripts/build_macos.sh
 ./scripts/build_macos.sh
 ```

@@ -36,7 +36,7 @@ <h2>Network Access</h2>
 <p>OpenReader makes a single optional network request:</p>
 <ul>
   <li><strong>Update check (opt-in):</strong> On launch (if enabled), the app sends a GET request to
-    <code>https://api.github.com/repos/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh/releases/latest</code>
+    <code>https://api.github.com/repos/sparshsam/openreader/releases/latest</code>
     to compare the installed version against the latest published release. This request includes no
     identifiers, no document data, no telemetry, and no usage statistics.</li>
 </ul>
@@ -67,10 +67,10 @@ <h2>Changes to This Policy</h2>
 
 <h2>Contact</h2>
 <p>For questions about this privacy policy: open an issue on the
-<a href="https://github.com/sparshsam/pdfreader-by-sparsh">GitHub repository</a>.</p>
+<a href="https://github.com/sparshsam/openreader">GitHub repository</a>.</p>
 
 <footer>
-  <p>OpenReader · <a href="https://sparshsam.github.io/pdfreader-by-sparsh/privacy/">Privacy Policy</a></p>
+  <p>OpenReader · <a href="https://sparshsam.github.io/openreader/privacy/">Privacy Policy</a></p>
 </footer>
 
 </body>

@@ -3,8 +3,8 @@
 **Target version:** v1.2.2 stable (MSIX version `1.2.2.0`)
 **Store ID:** `9MXDVW2645LL`
 **PFN:** `SparshSam.OpenReader_yh0byntbzd2qw`
-**Status:** 🔜 In certification
-**Privacy policy URL:** https://sparshsam.github.io/pdfreader-by-sparsh/privacy/
+**Status:** ✅ [Live in Microsoft Store](https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9MXDVW2645LL)
+**Privacy policy URL:** https://sparshsam.github.io/openreader/privacy/
 **Upload artifact:** `OpenReader.msix` from v1.2.2 GitHub Release (built by release.yml workflow)
 
 ---
@@ -92,7 +92,7 @@ Start-Process "OpenReader"
 | App Store icons | `assets\icon-*.png` (44, 71, 150, 310x150, 620x300) | Must match manifest declarations |
 | Screenshots (at least 1) | Capture from running app | 1366×768 or 1920×1080 PNG recommended |
 | Description text | See README overview section | 1–3 paragraphs, no HTML |
-| Privacy policy URL | `https://sparshsam.github.io/pdfreader-by-sparsh/privacy/` | Published via GitHub Pages from repo `docs/` directory |
+| Privacy policy URL | `https://sparshsam.github.io/openreader/privacy/` | Published via GitHub Pages from repo `docs/` directory |
 | Age rating questionnaire | Complete in Partner Center | Desktop app category |
 
 ### 2.2 Store Listing Details
@@ -246,13 +246,13 @@ Write-Host "Publisher check: $($matches.Count -gt 0 ? 'PASS' : 'FAIL')"
 
 ## 6. Post-Submission Tasks
 
-- [x] Publish privacy policy URL (published at `https://sparshsam.github.io/pdfreader-by-sparsh/privacy/`)
-- [ ] Prepare Winget manifest for `SparshSam.OpenReader` — see [winget-preparation.md](winget-preparation.md)
-- [ ] Monitor Partner Center certification report
-- [ ] After acceptance: test Store install on clean Windows VM
-- [ ] After acceptance: test Store upgrade over existing sideloaded installation
-- [ ] Update `README.md` to reflect Store availability
-- [ ] Update `docs/windows-distribution.md` with Store channel details
+- [x] Publish privacy policy URL (published at `https://sparshsam.github.io/openreader/privacy/`)
+- [x] Prepare Winget manifest for `SparshSam.OpenReader` — see [winget-preparation.md](winget-preparation.md)
+- [x] Complete Partner Center certification
+- [ ] Test Store install on clean Windows VM
+- [ ] Test Store upgrade over existing sideloaded installation
+- [x] Update `README.md` to reflect Store availability
+- [x] Update `docs/windows-distribution.md` with Store channel details
 
 ---
 

@@ -84,9 +84,9 @@ breaking upgrades.
 
 | Channel | Status | Update Mechanism |
 |---------|--------|-----------------|
-| Microsoft Store | 🔜 In certification | Windows Update (automatic) |
+| Microsoft Store | ✅ Live | Windows Update (automatic) |
 | GitHub Releases (MSIX) | ✅ Active | Manual download (unsigned — Developer Mode) |
-| Winget | 🔜 Future | `winget install SparshSam.OpenReader` |
+| Winget | 🟡 Manifest prepared | `winget install SparshSam.OpenReader` |
 | GitHub Releases (Setup.exe) | ⚠️ Legacy | Manual download only — no in-app updates |
 
 ## Components
@@ -151,6 +151,6 @@ Once Store submission is active or App Installer is deployed:
 
 ## Future Work
 
-- [x] Submit MSIX to Microsoft Store (in certification)
+- [x] Publish MSIX in Microsoft Store
 - [ ] Deploy App Installer hosting infrastructure
-- [ ] Submit Winget manifest
+- [ ] Submit prepared Winget manifest
@@ -1,15 +1,15 @@
 # Windows Distribution Strategy
 
 **Version:** 1.2.0+  
-**Status:** MSIX/App Installer migration — Store reserved
+**Status:** Live in Microsoft Store; Winget manifest prepared
 
 ## Overview
 
 OpenReader has migrated from Inno Setup self-updating to **MSIX** — Microsoft's
 modern packaging format — with multiple distribution channels. The app no longer
 downloads or runs installers from within itself; Windows handles updates.
 
-The Microsoft Store submission is currently in certification.
+OpenReader is [live in the Microsoft Store](https://apps.microsoft.com/detail/9MXDVW2645LL).
 
 ## ⚠️ Frozen Identity (MSIX / Microsoft Store)
 
@@ -60,8 +60,7 @@ CI auto-extracts from Git tag and pads to 4 parts: `${tag}.0`
 
 **Store ID:** `9MXDVW2645LL`
 
-OpenReader is currently in Microsoft Store certification. Once approved, users can search for "OpenReader"
-or install directly via:
+Users can search for "OpenReader" in the Microsoft Store or install directly via:
 
 ```
 ms-windows-store://pdp/?productid=9MXDVW2645LL
@@ -95,9 +94,9 @@ is active.
 **Legacy Setup.exe:** Retained for manual recovery. No longer supports in-app
 update triggering. Requires admin rights (UAC).
 
-### Discovery: Winget (Future)
+### Discovery: Winget
 
-**Planned package identifier:** `SparshSam.OpenReader`
+**Package identifier:** `SparshSam.OpenReader`
 
 Once submitted to the [winget-pkgs](https://github.com/microsoft/winget-pkgs)
 community repository:
@@ -107,11 +106,11 @@ winget install SparshSam.OpenReader
 ```
 
 **Winget readiness checklist:**
-- [ ] GitHub Releases must have predictable asset naming (done — `OpenReader.msix`)
-- [ ] Release workflow produces consistent artifacts (done)
-- [ ] Winget manifest: `manifests/s/SparshSam/OpenReader/1.2.0.0.yaml`
-- [ ] Automated PR via winget release workflow (future)
-- [ ] Update process: new release → winget bot auto-PR
+- [x] Predictable release asset naming (`OpenReader-Setup.exe`)
+- [x] Consistent release workflow
+- [x] Multi-file manifest prepared under `packaging/winget/manifests/`
+- [ ] Validate install and uninstall on Windows
+- [ ] Submit the manifest PR to `microsoft/winget-pkgs`
 
 ## MSIX Packaging
 
@@ -169,15 +168,15 @@ An OV or EV code-signing certificate enables sideloading without Developer Mode:
 
 1. **v1.1.x users:** Install OpenReader MSIX alongside existing installation.
    User settings are in `%APPDATA%` (shared across versions).
-2. **New users:** Prefer Microsoft Store when available; otherwise MSIX from
-   GitHub Releases (enable Developer Mode if unsigned).
-3. **Future:** Store exclusively once Store submission is active.
+2. **New users:** Prefer the Microsoft Store; advanced users may use the unsigned
+   GitHub MSIX with Developer Mode enabled.
+3. **Winget users:** Use the Store product ID until the community manifest is merged.
 
 ## Open Items
 
-- [ ] Submit MSIX to Microsoft Store
+- [x] Publish MSIX in Microsoft Store
 - [ ] Procure code-signing certificate (if not using Store exclusively)
 - [ ] Implement App Installer hosting infrastructure
-- [ ] Submit Winget manifest
+- [ ] Submit prepared Winget manifest
 - [ ] Validate Store vs. sideload behavior
 - [ ] End-to-end update flow validation