The npm package method-override experienced bursts of releases in 2014 and 2015, with frequent updates. The release frequency slowed down significantly after that, with occasional releases in 2016, 2017, and 2018. Since July 2018, there have been no new releases of the package, indicating a period of stability or inactivity.
method-override lets you use HTTP verbs like PUT or DELETE in places where the client doesn't support it. It intercepts POST requests, looks for a special header or query parameter specifying the desired HTTP method, and then overrides the req.method property accordingly. This is particularly helpful for older browsers or environments lacking full HTTP verb support when building RESTful APIs or web applications. It's a middleware designed for Express.js.
Method-override npm package downloads show a generally increasing trend from March 2024 to July 2025, peaking at over 5 million. After July 2025, the downloads decreased in August 2025. September 2025 data is incomplete, showing significantly lower downloads compared to previous months.
