setuptools
Latest Version: v82.0.0setuptools, a foundational Python packaging tool with nearly 1B monthly downloads, enables easy package management and is actively maintained by the PyPA.
Owner: pypa
Stars
2.8k
GitHub star count
Last Release
2 months ago
v82.0.0
Contributors
100
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Key Features
Primary stack
Python (MIT)
Community adoption
2.8K stars
Tech Stack
About
setuptools, a foundational Python packaging tool with nearly 1B monthly downloads, enables easy package management and is actively maintained by the PyPA.
Version 82.0.0 of setuptools was released on February 8, 2026, continuing its role as a core utility for Python package installation, building, and distribution with no specific changes detailed in the provided notes.
Analyst Note
setuptools, a foundational Python packaging tool with nearly 1B monthly downloads, enables easy package management and is actively maintained by the PyPA.
Best For
- Technical stack evaluation for engineering teams
- Dependency governance and upgrade planning in production systems
- Track delivery cadence and release quality from pypa
- Primary stack
Not Ideal For
- Large open issue backlog.
Typical Use Cases
Decision Snapshot
- Product type: Open Source
- Primary language: Python
- Pricing model: Free
- License: MIT
- Last Release: 2/8/2026
Data Basis
- Last Sync: Feb 22, 2026, 04:05 PM
- Metrics Updated: Feb 22, 2026, 04:05 PM
- Completeness: 100%
- Last Verified: Feb 22, 2026, 04:05 PM
Data Status
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Strong community adoption.
- Broad maintainer participation.
- Active maintenance cadence.
Cons
- -Large open issue backlog.