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acorn

v8.19.0SAFE Risk

ECMAScript parser

A+100/100
Install Command
npm install acorn
orpnpm add acorn
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
555.2 KB
Dependencies
0
Maintainers
3
Last Published
Oct 5, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

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