jsDelivr
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What is jsDelivr
jsDelivr is a public content delivery network that serves static assets such as JavaScript, CSS, images, and other files, commonly for open-source packages and front-end libraries. It is used by developers and website operators to deliver third-party dependencies and project assets via globally distributed edge nodes. The service integrates with package ecosystems (for example, npm and GitHub) and provides URL-based access patterns for versioned files. It is typically adopted for web performance and availability needs where assets can be served from a shared, public CDN.
Package-ecosystem asset delivery
jsDelivr provides URL patterns that map directly to common package sources and repositories, which simplifies consuming versioned front-end dependencies. This reduces the need to host and manage copies of widely used libraries. It fits workflows where assets are referenced directly from package versions rather than uploaded into a proprietary media pipeline. For teams distributing open-source libraries, it offers a straightforward way to publish consumable CDN URLs.
Global edge caching model
The service is designed around caching static files at edge locations to reduce latency for end users. This model is well-suited to common web assets such as scripts and stylesheets that change infrequently and benefit from long-lived caching. It can be used to offload bandwidth from origin infrastructure when assets are publicly accessible. For many sites, this provides a simple performance improvement without deploying a dedicated CDN configuration.
Simple, URL-based integration
Integration typically requires only updating asset URLs in HTML, CSS, or build outputs, rather than deploying SDKs or complex configuration. This makes it accessible for small teams and projects that want a low-friction CDN option. It also supports common patterns like pinning versions to avoid unexpected changes. Compared with platforms focused on media transformation pipelines, it emphasizes straightforward static delivery.
Limited enterprise controls
jsDelivr is a public CDN and does not primarily focus on enterprise features such as dedicated contracts, SLAs, private networking options, or advanced access controls. Organizations with strict compliance or vendor management requirements may need a commercial CDN with formal support and governance. Centralized administration features (role-based access, audit logs, policy controls) are not a core part of the offering. This can be a constraint for regulated environments.
Not a media optimization platform
The service focuses on delivering static files and does not center on image/video transformation, optimization, or digital asset management workflows. Teams needing resizing, format conversion, adaptive delivery, or asset pipelines typically require a specialized media CDN or image optimization service. As a result, it may not replace tools that provide transformation APIs and storage integrations. It is best treated as a delivery layer for static assets rather than a full media stack.
Public dependency and availability risk
Relying on a shared public CDN introduces external dependency risk for critical production assets. If a package is removed, a repository changes, or caching behavior differs from expectations, sites can experience broken asset links or inconsistent delivery. Some organizations prefer self-hosting or a managed commercial CDN to control origin availability and retention policies. This trade-off is important for mission-critical applications.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan / Offering | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free (jsDelivr CDN access) | $0 (free) | "A free CDN for open source projects" — optimized for JS/ESM delivery from npm and GitHub; multi-CDN network, API, minification, and other developer features. (Official product offering; no paid usage tiers listed on site). |
Sponsorship / Donation tiers (official "Become a sponsor" page)
| Tier | Price (monthly) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bronze | $150 / month | Logo + link below Gold sponsors; $150–499/month worth of services, developer hours, or donation qualifies. |
| Gold | $500 / month | Logo + link below Platinum sponsors; $500/month worth of services, developer hours, or donation qualifies. |
| Platinum | $1,500+ / month | Big logo on top of Sponsors page + additional benefits; $1,500+/month worth of services, developer hours, or donation. |
| Custom | Custom | For companies wanting smaller/larger amounts or custom requirements — contact via email. |
Notes: The sponsorship tiers are donations / sponsorship levels to support the free CDN and do not appear to be paid product subscription plans for using the CDN. Custom CDN endpoints are available by contacting the team (email) for tailored arrangements.
Seller details
ProspectOne
Plovdiv, Bulgaria
2012
Private
https://www.jsdelivr.com/
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