Safely delete files and directories using globs. The del package offers a robust and simplified interface for removing files and folders, supporting glob patterns for flexible target selection. It handles edge cases like directory permissions and provides options for forcing deletion or simulating the process for safer removal. Ideal for build tools, scripts, and whenever you need a reliable way to clean up your filesystem.
The npm package del has had an irregular release frequency since its inception. Releases were more frequent in 2014-2015, with occasional updates and major version bumps occurring sporadically in subsequent years. There were periods with no releases at all, followed by months with one or two versions published. The latest release was version 8.0.0 in October 2024, and there have been no releases in 2025 as of September 8.
The npm package 'del' experienced fluctuating download numbers. From March 2024 to August 2025, downloads generally remained between 50-60 million, peaking in June 2025 at 75 million. September 2025 data is incomplete but significantly lower than previous months, potentially indicating a sharp decrease.
