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underscore

v1.13.8SAFE Risk

JavaScript's functional programming helper library.

A+100/100
Install Command
npm install underscore
orpnpm add underscore
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
886.8 KB
Dependencies
0
Maintainers
2
Last Published
Feb 19, 2026
View on npmjs.comGitHub Repository

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Frequently Asked Questions

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