npm (GitHub)
npm (GitHub) — JavaScript package registry for publishing, discovering, and managing Node.js packages via CLI.
Our Verdict
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Pros
- The default registry for all of JavaScript
- Massive ecosystem with 3M+ packages
- Free publishing and unlimited public packages
- Well-integrated with GitHub for provenance
Cons
- Recurring supply-chain attacks on popular packages
- Typosquatting and namespace pollution are constant
- Private org pricing climbs quickly
- Feature pace slowed since GitHub acquisition
When to Use npm (GitHub)
Good fit if you need
- Publish and install Node.js packages via npm CLI
- Private npm registry for internal package distribution
- Automated version publishing in CI release pipelines
- Manage package scopes and access controls for teams
Pricing
Price wrong?npm (GitHub) Pricing
- Pricing Model
- freemium
- Free Tier
- Yes
- Entry Price
- —
- Enterprise Available
- No
- Transparency Score
- —
Beta — estimates may differ from actual pricing
Estimated Monthly Cost
$25
Estimated Annual Cost
$300
Estimates are approximate and may not reflect current pricing. Always check the official pricing page.
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