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pnpm

v12.15.0MEDIUM Risk

Fast, disk space efficient package manager

B75/100
Install Command
npm install pnpm
orpnpm add pnpm
Typosquat Defense
Authentic Name

No similarity to known typosquatting targets.

Lifecycle Scripts
Automated Scripts

Executes code during install (preinstall: node install.js, postinstall: node install.js).

License Type
MIT

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

Package Specifications

Unpacked Size
4.01 MB
Dependencies
0
Maintainers
2
Last Published
Oct 21, 2026
View on npmjs.comGitHub Repository

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is pnpm safe to use in production?
pnpm received a Security Grade of B (75/100) with a risk evaluation of MEDIUM. Warning: It executes automatic install scripts.
What license does pnpm use?
pnpm is licensed under the MIT license (PERMISSIVE). This is a permissive open-source license suitable for commercial applications.
How do I install pnpm?
Install it via NPM using: npm install pnpm, or via PNPM: pnpm add pnpm, or Yarn: yarn add pnpm.