path-to-regexp is a lightweight, zero-dependency utility for converting path strings into regular expressions. It enables developers to define routes using a simple, declarative syntax with support for parameters, optional segments, and wildcards. This powerful tool is widely used to implement routing in applications and libraries, allowing for efficient matching of URLs against defined patterns. It's perfect for handling complex routing scenarios with clean and maintainable code.
The path-to-regexp package has had sporadic releases since 2012. Activity peaked in 2014 and 2019. There were periods of frequent releases, followed by long stretches of inactivity. The most recent releases occurred in 2024, with a burst of multiple versions in September. No releases have occurred so far in 2025.
Path-to-regexp npm package downloads show strong growth from March 2024 to August 2025, peaking at 356 million. September 2025 downloads are significantly lower (148 million), likely due to incomplete month data. Overall, usage demonstrates a clear upward trend.
