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default-browser

v5.5.1LOW Risk

Get the default browser

A90/100
Install Command
npm install default-browser
orpnpm add default-browser
Typosquat Defense
Authentic Name

No similarity to known typosquatting targets.

Lifecycle Scripts
Clean Execution

Zero preinstall or postinstall arbitrary execution hooks.

License Type
MIT

Permissive open-source license. Safe for enterprise & proprietary software.

Package Specifications

Unpacked Size
6.8 KB
Dependencies
2
Maintainers
1
Last Published
Aug 16, 2026
View on npmjs.comGitHub Repository

Direct Dependencies (2)

bundle-name ^4.1.0default-browser-id ^5.0.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is default-browser safe to use in production?
default-browser received a Security Grade of A (90/100) with a risk evaluation of LOW. It contains zero malicious postinstall scripts.
What license does default-browser use?
default-browser is licensed under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE). This is a permissive open-source license suitable for commercial applications.
How do I install default-browser?
Install it via NPM using: npm install default-browser, or via PNPM: pnpm add default-browser, or Yarn: yarn add default-browser.