is-path-inside reliably checks if a given path is located inside another path. It handles edge cases like symbolic links and different path separators across operating systems, ensuring accurate results. This utility is perfect for security-sensitive applications needing to verify file access within restricted directories or for managing file operations within specific folder structures. It simplifies complex path comparisons, making your code more robust and easier to understand.
The is-path-inside npm package has infrequent releases. Initial releases occurred in mid-2014. Sporadic updates followed: November 2017, March & April 2018, April, July & September 2019, March & May 2021. No releases have occurred since May 2021. Overall, the package shows a low and inconsistent release frequency.
Downloads for the npm package is-path-inside surged in March 2024, peaking around 212 million in June 2025. Monthly downloads appear to fluctuate, with a general uptrend. August 2025 data is incomplete, showing a dip compared to the previous few months.
