An open-source JavaScript runtime, Node.js helps developers build servers, web apps, command-line tools, and scripts.

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About Node.js

Node.js is a free, open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment that lets developers create servers, web apps, command-line tools, and scripts. Its official download page provides access to long-term support (LTS) and latest feature releases, along with signed source tarballs, nightly binaries, all prior public versions, and tools to verify download integrity via signed SHASUMS.

Key features

  • Free, open-source, cross-platform JavaScript runtime environment
  • Enables building servers, web apps, command-line tools and scripts
  • Provides LTS and latest feature release downloads
  • Offers signed source tarballs for download
  • Includes access to nightly binaries and all prior releases
  • Supports download verification via signed SHASUMS
Best for: Developers building servers, web apps, command-line tools, or scripts with JavaScript benefit most.
Good for
  • Free to use with no licensing costs
  • Cross-platform compatibility across operating systems
  • Offers both stable LTS and cutting-edge latest releases
Watch out for
  • Installation scripts for some platforms are not maintained by the Node.js project, with support handled by third parties

Node.js at a glance

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Language
English
Last checked
Oct 6, 2026 · Online when checked
Listed
Oct 5, 2026

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Node.js FAQ

What types of projects can be built with Node.js?
Servers, web apps, command-line tools, and scripts.
What release versions of Node.js are available for download?
Long-term support (LTS) versions and latest feature releases are available.
How can I verify the integrity of a Node.js download?
Downloads can be verified using signed SHASUMS provided by the project.
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