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io-ts

A runtime type system for decoding and encoding data.

What it does

A runtime type system for decoding and encoding data.

When it fits

Validating data at application boundaries in functional TypeScript code.

Other options in this category

  • ArkType — Validating external data while keeping schema definitions close to static types.
  • Joi — Checking structured request payloads and configuration objects.
  • Superstruct — Checking application input with small reusable data structures.
  • T3 Env — Failing early when server or client configuration is missing or invalid.
  • Yup — Defining form constraints and reusable object validation rules.

Source

Project source for io-ts ↗

Editorial overview reviewed on October 24, 2026. Follow the source for current setup, compatibility, and licensing.

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