npm.ps1 Execution Policy Error (npm init -y)

Fix npm.ps1 Execution Policy Error

Fix npm.ps1 Execution Policy Error

This error occurs because PowerShell's execution policy is set to restrict the running of scripts for security reasons. To resolve this issue, follow these steps:

  1. Open PowerShell as Administrator:
    • Press Windows Key + X to open the Power User menu.
    • Select "Windows PowerShell (Admin)" or "Windows Terminal (Admin)" if you are on Windows 11.
  2. Change the Execution Policy:

    In the PowerShell window, run the following command to change the execution policy to RemoteSigned, which allows scripts that are downloaded from the internet to run if they are signed by a trusted publisher:

    Set-ExecutionPolicy RemoteSigned -Scope CurrentUser

    You might be prompted to confirm the change. Press Y and then Enter.

  3. Verify the Change:

    To ensure the policy has been updated, you can check the current execution policy by running:

    Get-ExecutionPolicy -List

    This will display the execution policies for each scope. The CurrentUser scope should now be set to RemoteSigned.

  4. Run npm Again:

    After changing the execution policy, try running your npm command again. It should now execute without the previous error.

If you want to revert the execution policy back to its default setting after running your script, you can set it to Restricted (which is the default):

Set-ExecutionPolicy Restricted -Scope CurrentUser

Remember that changing the execution policy can have security implications, so make sure to set it back to a more secure setting if you're not actively running scripts.

For more information on PowerShell execution policies, visit the Microsoft documentation.

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