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Renovate

Automated multi-platform, multi-language dependency update tool for Git repositories.

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LicenseAGPL-3.0
GitHub stars17.5k
Last commit1 weeks ago
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Mend OssDependency AutomationDevopsAutomated Pull RequestsPackage Updates
Overview

Why consider Renovate?

Renovate is an open-source multi-platform dependency update automation tool written in TypeScript by Mend.io. It monitors package registries (npm, PyPI, Docker, Maven, Cargo, Go) and opens automated PRs with changelogs and test passes for seamless dependency upgrades.

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

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Overview of Renovate

Renovate groups dependency updates into scheduled batches to prevent notification fatigue in developer inboxes.

Installation

bash
1# Run CLI
2npx renovate

Renovate is licensed under the GNU AGPL-3.0 license.

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Renovate FAQs

Renovate is listed as a Developer Tools 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 and official website for supported installation and deployment instructions. Test the setup with representative data or a small project before rolling it out more widely.

Renovate is listed under the AGPL-3.0 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.

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