Node.js LTS Upgrade & Modernization

NodeSource participates in the OpenJS Foundation’s LTS Upgrade & Modernization program, helping enterprises move safely off legacy and end-of-life (EOL) Node.js versions.

While OpenJS, the nonprofit steward of Node.js, defines the program framework and ensures alignment with the upstream project, NodeSource’s expert engineers create custom modernization plans and specialized tools for every customer, providing the technical support needed to help you plan and execute your upgrade successfully.

With roughly two-thirds of Node.js users running outdated or unsupported versions, enterprises face widespread security and operational risks. Together, NodeSource and OpenJS provide a trusted, low-risk path to modernize your Node.js infrastructure.

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Is Your Legacy Node.js App a Ticking Time Bomb?

Migrating a business-critical application from a legacy Node.js version is risky and complex. You aren't just running npm update—you're navigating a minefield of potential blockers.

Security & Compliance

Are you exposed to vulnerabilities in an End-of-Life (EOL) runtime?

Broken C++ Addons

Will your node-gyp dependencies fail to recompile on a new version?

Deprecated Packages

What happens when unmaintained packages like request need to be completely refactored?

Unknown Breaking Changes

Which deprecated Node.js APIs are hidden in your codebase?

This uncertainty costs you time, stalls new features, and puts your application at risk.

How It Works: Your Path to Modernization

Do It Yourself!

We've turned a complex service into a simple, predictable 3-step process:

Step 1

Scan Your App (Free)

Run our public "Upgrade Discovery CLI" tool in your project's environment:

bash

npx @nodesource/upgrade

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It's safe, secure, and fast. The tool scans your dependencies, C++ addons, and static API usage—your code never leaves your machine.

Step 2

Get Your AI Analysis (Free)

Upload the generated nodesource-discovery.json file and our AI agent performs a deep analysis, providing:

Executive scores for security and upgrade risk.
Identification of critical blockers and native addon conflicts.
A complete scan of deprecated APIs and vulnerable dependencies.

Step 3

Get Your Custom Modernization Plan

Our experts deliver a tailored roadmap, specialized tools, and support to help you plan and execute the upgrade successfully.

Help Me With This!

Let us know and NodeSource will assist you with all the details of the process:

One of our Customer Service Techs will reach out to you within 24 hours.All fields are required.

Get Expert Node.js Upgrade Support

For as little as $2,499 you can engage our Node.js Experts to develop an upgrade strategy and gameplan.

What you get for $2,499:

A comprehensive blueprint for your migration.

Dependency Upgrade Guides: AI-researched breaking changes and code examples for replacing unmaintained packages (e.g., request with axios).

Automated Refactoring: A list of codemods to automatically fix deprecated Node.js APIs

C++ Addon Guide:A plan for recompiling native addons and recommendations for porting to N-API.

Phased Migration Roadmap:A step-by-step checklist (Environment Setup → Code Refactoring → Dependency Upgrade → Testing).

Three sessions with the experts.

3 Support Tickets: Get asynchronous help from our experts.

3rd Party Package Security Report: identify and score all security risks in your applications.

Optional Temporary Security Support: For systems that cannot upgrade immediately, offering a secure bridge during the transition.

Need More Help?

If there are significant risks or complexity (e.g., proprietary C++ addons, complex monorepos), our team is ready to help you from architecting to managing your upgrade to even refactoring code. Standard Path Add-Ons.