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Bowser

A small, fast and rich browser and platform detector for JavaScript with modern ESM builds.

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LicenseMIT
GitHub stars5.5k
Last commit6 days ago
Tags5 topics
Operating System ParserClient Hardware DetectorBowser JsBrowser Detection EngineDeveloper Tools
Overview

Why consider Bowser?

Bowser is an open-source browser and operating system detection library created by Dustin Diaz and maintained by Denis Khabarov. Bowser evaluates browser engines (Blink, Gecko, WebKit), operating systems (iOS, Android, Windows, macOS, Linux), and hardware form factors to tailor customer marketing experiences.

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Practical setup notes, real use cases, and copy-ready examples in one focused guide.

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Overview of Bowser

Bowser identifies visitor platforms to deliver customized download links and platform-specific banners.

Quickstart

bash
1npm install bowser
javascript
1import Bowser from "bowser";
2const browser = Bowser.getParser(window.navigator.userAgent);
3console.log(browser.getBrowserName(), browser.getOSName());

Bowser is licensed under the permissive MIT License.

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Bowser FAQs

Bowser is listed as a Marketing tool on TiloBox. Review the overview, features, and official documentation on this page to decide whether it solves your specific workflow.

Start with the project's GitHub repository for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

Bowser is listed under the MIT license. Read the complete license text and the project's notices before using, modifying, or distributing the software.

Production readiness depends on your requirements. Review maintenance activity, security practices, documentation, backup and upgrade procedures, and compatibility with your stack; then validate it in a non-production environment.

Bowser is listed as an alternative to 51Degrees. Compare the core workflow, deployment model, integrations, and licensing against your must-have requirements before switching.