Prevent Automatic Node.js Version Upgrades

Follow this guide to prevent automatic Node.js upgrades by managing your Node versions using NVM (Node Version Manager).

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1. Uninstall Existing Node.js

Before installing NVM, ensure that Node.js is removed from your system.

• Open Windows Settings
• Navigate to Apps → Installed Apps
• Locate Node.js
• Click Uninstall

This ensures there are no conflicts with NVM-managed Node versions.

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2. Install Node Version Manager (NVM)

1. Visit the official NVM GitHub repository.
2. Download the installer file:

nvm-setup.exe

3. Run the installer and follow the setup instructions.
4. Restart your computer after installation.

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3. Verify NVM Installation

Open a terminal / command prompt and run:

nvm -v

If NVM is installed correctly, it will display the installed version.

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4. Install a Specific Node.js Version

Use NVM to install the required Node.js version.

nvm install <version>

Example:

nvm install 20.9.0

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5. Verify Installed Node Versions

To see the list of installed Node versions:

nvm list

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6. Activate Node.js

Switch to a specific Node version using:

nvm use <version>

Example:

nvm use 20.9.0

⚠️ nvm on may not be required in most setups.

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7. Final Verification

Ensure everything is working correctly:

node -v
npm -v

This will display the installed Node.js and npm versions.

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Switching Between Node Versions

If you have multiple Node versions installed, you can switch between them anytime:

nvm use <version>

Example:

nvm use 18.20.2

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✅ You are now managing Node.js versions safely without automatic upgrades.