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nanoid

v6.0.2SAFE Risk

A tiny (117 bytes), secure URL-friendly unique string ID generator

A+100/100
Install Command
npm install nanoid
orpnpm add nanoid
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
14.4 KB
Dependencies
0
Maintainers
1
Last Published
Oct 5, 2026
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Frequently Asked Questions

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