forwarded
npmv0.2.0Parse HTTP X-Forwarded-For header
Overview
forwarded is an npm package that parse HTTP X-Forwarded-For header. It is extremely widely used, with about 82.4M downloads per week and 1 known dependents in the graph. The latest version is 0.2.0, released under the MIT license.
Who should use it
Teams working in the npm ecosystem who need parse HTTP X-Forwarded-For header and value a battle-tested, widely-adopted solution.
When not to use it
Consider an alternative if you need to have first-class TypeScript types out of the box, or if a more actively-maintained option better fits your npm stack.
Pros
- Large, well-established user base (82.4M weekly downloads).
- Clear open-source license (MIT).
Cons
- No bundled TypeScript types (may require a separate @types package).
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Version history
| Version | Published | License |
|---|---|---|
| 0.2.0latest | 5 years ago | MIT |
| 0.1.2 | 8 years ago | MIT |
| 0.1.1 | 8 years ago | MIT |
| 0.1.0 | 11 years ago | MIT |
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Frequently asked questions
How do I install forwarded?
Run `npm install forwarded` to add forwarded to your npm project.
What license is forwarded released under?
forwarded is distributed under the MIT license.
How popular is forwarded?
forwarded has approximately 82,360,536 downloads per week and 1 known dependent packages.