npm-license simplifies adding and updating license files in your Node.js projects. It streamlines the process by pre-filling the license file with the appropriate details like the copyright holder and current year. Supports various common licenses out of the box, making it easy to comply with open-source licensing requirements without manual configuration every time. Automates license creation for new projects or manages updates to existing licenses effectively improving the project's maintainability.
The npm package npm-license has had sporadic releases. Initial development occurred between May 2013 and November 2013. Releases slowed significantly after that, with occasional updates in 2014, 2015, and 2016. There have been no releases since July 2016.
npm-license downloads surged dramatically from February 2024 (6350) to a peak in June 2025 (207099). Growth was particularly strong in late 2024. While downloads remained high in early 2025, August 2025 shows a partial-month drop, potentially indicating a shift in usage.
