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Clipboard.js

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Code · Vendor site 2026-10-04

It uses HTML5 data attributes and event delegation so pages can trigger copy actions from buttons or other elements with minimal setup.

Updated 2026-10-04View sources
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Open-source library installable via npm or direct download without a paid tier on the project site.
API access
Usage docs show instantiating ClipboardJS with DOM selectors and declarative data-clipboard-target attributes.

Is Clipboard.js right for you?

A good fit for

Front-end developers adding copy-to-clipboard buttons without Flash dependencies or large UI frameworks.

Before you choose

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Modern clipboard copies

clipboard.js enables declarative copy buttons using HTML5 APIs, targeting sites that want a tiny dependency-free helper.

What it can do

Features & capabilities

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CapabilityValueEvidenceChecked
SizeHomepage advertises roughly 3kb gzipped with no Flash requirement.Facts sourced2026-10-04
SetupDocumentation shows npm install plus ClipboardJS instantiation with CSS selectors.Facts sourced2026-10-04
PerformanceSite explains event delegation to avoid attaching listeners to hundreds of triggers.Facts sourced2026-10-04

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Clipboard.js pricing & plans

Free

Free

Open-source library installable via npm or direct download without a paid tier on the project site.

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Open-source library installable via npm or direct download without a paid tier on the project site.
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The practical questions

Frequently asked questions

What is Clipboard.js used for?

It uses HTML5 data attributes and event delegation so pages can trigger copy actions from buttons or other elements with minimal setup.

Does Clipboard.js have a free plan?

Open-source library installable via npm or direct download without a paid tier on the project site.. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.

How much does Clipboard.js cost?

No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.

Can I use Clipboard.js through an API?

Usage docs show instantiating ClipboardJS with DOM selectors and declarative data-clipboard-target attributes.. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.

What should I check before choosing it?

Browser clipboard permissions and HTTPS context still apply;

Price history

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