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dotenv

v18.0.8SAFE Risk

Loads environment variables from .env file

A+100/100
Install Command
npm install dotenv
orpnpm add dotenv
Typosquat Defense
Authentic Name

No similarity to known typosquatting targets.

Lifecycle Scripts
Clean Execution

Zero preinstall or postinstall arbitrary execution hooks.

License Type
BSD-2-Clause

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

Package Specifications

Unpacked Size
45.0 KB
Dependencies
0
Maintainers
3
Last Published
Oct 14, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is dotenv safe to use in production?
dotenv received a Security Grade of A+ (100/100) with a risk evaluation of SAFE. It contains zero malicious postinstall scripts.
What license does dotenv use?
dotenv is licensed under the BSD-2-Clause license (PERMISSIVE). This is a permissive open-source license suitable for commercial applications.
How do I install dotenv?
Install it via NPM using: npm install dotenv, or via PNPM: pnpm add dotenv, or Yarn: yarn add dotenv.