Plugins

Modules to extend Forge's core functionality

Electron Forge has a plugin system which allows you to extend its core functionality.

By default, Forge takes a vanilla JS application and packages, makes and publishes it (see the Build Lifecycle document for more details). Plugins can execute custom logic during any of the Forge Hooks during the build process, and can also override the Start command in development.

If you want to write your own Forge plugin, check out the Writing Plugins guide.

Bundler plugins

Webpack Plugin

Build your Electron app with webpack

Vite Plugin

Build your Electron app with Vite

Utility plugins

Auto Unpack Native Modules Plugin

Unpack native Node.js modules from your Forge app's ASAR archive.

Local Electron Plugin

Integrate a local build of Electron into your Forge app.

Fuses Plugin

Toggle Electron functionality at package-time with Electron Fuses.

Electronegativity Plugin

Check for misconfigurations and security anti-patterns with the Electronegativity tool.