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tar

v7.5.22LOW Risk

tar for node

A90/100
Install Command
npm install tar
orpnpm add tar
Typosquat Defense
Authentic Name

No similarity to known typosquatting targets.

Lifecycle Scripts
Clean Execution

Zero preinstall or postinstall arbitrary execution hooks.

License Type
BlueOak-1.0.0

Unverified license terms.

Package Specifications

Unpacked Size
2.19 MB
Dependencies
5
Maintainers
1
Last Published
Jul 24, 2026
View on npmjs.comGitHub Repository

Direct Dependencies (5)

chownr ^3.0.0yallist ^5.0.0minipass ^7.1.2minizlib ^3.1.0@isaacs/fs-minipass ^4.0.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is tar safe to use in production?
tar received a Security Grade of A (90/100) with a risk evaluation of LOW. It contains zero malicious postinstall scripts.
What license does tar use?
tar is licensed under the BlueOak-1.0.0 license (UNKNOWN). Review copyleft obligations before embedding in proprietary software.
How do I install tar?
Install it via NPM using: npm install tar, or via PNPM: pnpm add tar, or Yarn: yarn add tar.