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Securely Manage and Govern Your Conda Packages

Unlock full software development life cycle control of Conda packages from ingestion through deployment and audit.

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The Conda Package Ecosystem

Conda is an open source, cross-platform manager for installing, updating, and isolating software dependencies on Windows, MacOS, and Linux. Conda supports binary packages, multi-language workflows (Python, R, C/C++), and reusable environment snapshots for flexible software delivery. At Sonatype, we enable you to integrate Conda package support into enterprise-grade repository, governance, security and SBOM workflows, so you can treat your Conda artifacts with the same rigor you apply to other formats.

Supported Features

Dependency Resolution

Automate package dependency management, preventing version conflicts and “dependency hell.”

Environment Isolation

Isolate environments to support multiple project stacks and avoid cross-project interference.

Cross-Platform Binaries

Support binaries across Windows, macOS and Linux, not limited to Python.

Repository Channel Support

Proxy custom Conda channels and manage retrieval from community channels like conda-forge.

Metadata and Auditing

Examine package metadata (e.g., info/index.json in Cond­a packages) to enable auditing and traceability.

Reproducible Environments

Export and recreate exact environments to support reproducibility and regulatory compliance.

Integrate Conda to Your Secure SDLC

Conda packages integrate into DevSecOps workflows with repository management, security scanning, and SBOM tools. Conda support in Sonatype Lifecycle, Nexus Repository, Firewall, and SBOM Manager helps teams automate governance and boost transparency.

  • Centralized Control

    Manage Conda channels and dependencies with other ecosystems in one place — a single source of truth for all your packages.

  • Automated Security and Compliance

    Continuously monitor Conda packages for vulnerabilities, license risks, and outdated dependencies across environments.

  • Visibility and Traceability

    Generate and maintain SBOMs that include Conda components, enabling precise tracking from development to deployment.

Take Control of Your Conda Applications

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Resources

Conda Repositories + Nexus Repository

See Documentation

Conda Application Analysis with Sonatype Lifecycle

See Documentation

How to Proxy a Conda Repository

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does Sonatype support Conda packages?

Sonatype provides native Conda repository support across our product suite. This allows teams to proxy Conda packages like Maven, npm, or PyPI components — ensuring consistent security and governance throughout your pipeline.

Can I proxy and manage public Conda repositories like conda-forge in Nexus Repository?

Yes. Nexus Repository supports proxying public Conda channels, such as conda-forge or Anaconda, enabling faster builds, offline access, and protection against tampered or unavailable upstream packages.

Does Sonatype Lifecycle scan Conda packages for vulnerabilities?

Yes. Sonatype Lifecycle can analyze Conda packages to identify open source risk — including known CVEs, license violations, and outdated dependencies — providing policy enforcement before code is deployed.