npmjs.com operates primarily as a developer platform, focusing on package registry. npm (Node Package Manager) is the default package manager for the JavaScript runtime environment Node.js. It serves as a public registry for publishing and discovering open-source Node.js packages, facilitating code sharing and reuse among developers. It is operated by npm, Inc., a subsidiary of Microsoft Corporation.
Beyond its core function, the ecosystem extends into file storage & hosting, providing a broader range of services.
npmjs.com is a well-established platform operated by npm, Inc.. Top 10,000 global website, 15 years old, high traffic. Standard web safety practices apply.
Top 10,000 global website15 years oldhigh traffic
Security Considerations
While npmjs.com is an established platform, these capabilities require extra vigilance.
File Hosting
npmjs.com
allows users to upload and share files. Any file you download was uploaded by another user—not the platform operator. Scan downloads with antivirus software and only download from sources you trust.
Identity Provider
npmjs.com
provides "Sign in with..." authentication for third-party websites. Attackers create fake login pages that look identical to the real one. Always check the URL bar shows the exact correct domain before entering your password.
User-Generated Content
npmjs.com
hosts content created by its users, not the platform operator. Individual posts, profiles, or pages may contain scams, misinformation, or phishing attempts that the platform hasn't yet detected or removed.
Remember: The platform itself is established, but even established platforms can be abused.
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Developer API
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Access this classification data programmatically via our API.
GET /api/v1/classify?domain=npmjs.com
{
"domain": "npmjs.com",
"state": "developed",
"stability": "permanent",
"confidence": "high",
"category": {
"purpose": "developer_platform",
"specialization": "Package Registry",
"secondary_purposes": [
"file_storage"
]
},
"identity": {
"headline": "Official package registry for Node.js and JavaScript",
"summary": "npm (Node Package Manager) is the default package manager for the JavaScript runtime environment Node.js. It serves as a public registry for publishing and discovering open-source Node.js packages, facilitating code sharing and reuse among developers.",
"operator": "npm, Inc.",
"parent_entity": "Microsoft Corporation",
"topics": [
"Node.js",
"JavaScript",
"package manager",
"developer tools",
"open source",
"software registry"
]
},
"functions": {
"is_ugc_platform": true,
"is_file_host": true,
"is_url_shortener": false,
"is_public_idp": true,
"is_crypto_platform": false,
"allows_user_subdomains": false,
"is_form_builder": false,
"is_document_host": false
},
"facts": {
"created_at": "2010-03-19",
"rank": 2420,
"hosting_provider": "CLOUDFLARENET"
}
}