Node Modules
The ~/node_modules folder usually contains JavaScript packages installed for Node.js projects and local development tools.
What is Node Modules?
The ~/node_modules folder is commonly used in JavaScript and Node.js development to store installed packages and their dependencies. People typically encounter it when working with npm, yarn, pnpm, or project build tools. Its contents may include libraries required to run, build, test, or develop apps, websites, scripts, and command-line tools.
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Safety overview
Status: Use with caution
This folder is generally not part of macOS itself, but deleting it can break Node.js projects, local development environments, or command-line tools that expect those packages to be present. Some projects can recreate dependencies later, but local changes inside packages or offline-only copies may be lost.
Recommendation: Keep it if you actively use Node.js projects or development tools in your home folder. Review which project or tool created it before removing it. If it belongs to an old or unused project, it is often removable, but you may need to reinstall packages afterward.
File path
~/node_modules
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