npm Private Packages
Host, manage, and distribute private JavaScript packages.
Overview
npm, the default package manager for Node.js, offers a paid service for hosting private packages. This allows individuals and organizations to use the same familiar npm workflow for their internal, proprietary code as they do for open-source packages, with access controlled by npm's user and organization system.
✨ Key Features
- Private hosting for npm packages
- Seamless integration with the npm CLI
- Organization and team-based access management
- No need to manage a separate server or tool
- Security warnings for package vulnerabilities
🎯 Key Differentiators
- The official, canonical service from npm, Inc. (now part of GitHub)
- The most seamless, zero-configuration experience for npm users
- Simple, per-user pricing model
Unique Value: Provides the easiest way for JavaScript developers to manage private dependencies using the tools and workflows they already know.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- A company hosting its internal UI component library as a private npm package
- A developer using a private package to store secret keys or configuration for a project
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Managing non-npm artifacts (e.g., Docker, Maven)
- Organizations that require a self-hosted solution
🏆 Alternatives
While services like GitHub Packages or Artifactory also support npm, none offer the same level of native, zero-friction integration with the npm CLI.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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