http-proxy is a versatile Node.js package for creating HTTP proxies, reverse proxies, and load balancers. It supports forwarding requests to upstream servers, modifying headers, and handling WebSocket connections. Ideal for routing traffic, improving security, and managing complex network architectures. http-proxy is highly configurable and can be used to build custom proxy solutions for various applications.
The npm package http-proxy had frequent releases between 2011 and 2016, with peaks in 2011 and 2014. Release frequency significantly decreased after 2016, with sporadic releases in 2018, 2019 and 2020. There have been no releases since May 2020. As of September 6, 2025, there have been no releases in 2025.
Http-proxy downloads show a general upward trend from March 2024 to July 2025. Downloads peaked in July 2025 at 83.5 million. August 2025 saw a decrease, and September 2025, being incomplete, shows a significantly lower number of downloads.
