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MAVEN FORMAT AND JAVA SUPPORT

Build Better Java Applications with Java and Maven Support

Sonatype provides universal support to intelligently manage Maven packages and secure your Java development.

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The Central Hub for Your Java Projects

Maven is a powerful build automation tool used primarily for Java projects. It simplifies the build process through a standard project structure and a Project Object Model (POM) file, an XML file containing project and configuration details. A core function of Maven is managing project dependencies, which it pulls from repositories like Maven Central. However, relying solely on public repositories introduces risks, from build failures due to downtime to security vulnerabilities or malware hidden within open source packages. With Java and Maven support across the Sonatype platform, teams can securely and efficiently build with Maven from a private, policy-governed repository, ensuring build stability, security, and speed.

Supported Features

Proxy Maven Central

Securely proxy and cache packages from Maven Central to ensure faster, more reliable builds.

Host Your Own Packages

Host your internal and proprietary Maven packages in a private, secure repository with granular access controls.

Group Repositories

Combine multiple Maven repositories (proxy, hosted, and remote) into a single URL to simplify your developer configuration.

Detect Security Vulnerabilities

Automatically scan Maven packages for known security vulnerabilities with precise, actionable intelligence.

Enforce License Compliance

Identify and manage open source license obligations for all your Maven dependencies to avoid legal and IP risks.

Stage and Release Builds

Utilize staging repositories to test and validate your builds before promoting Maven packages for release.

Accelerate and Secure Development with Sonatype

Integrating Sonatype into your workflow provides comprehensive Maven support for modern enterprises. Developers can configure Maven to resolve all dependencies through the Sonatype platform, which provides a single source of truth for every Maven package. Our native Maven format support ensures seamless integration and reliable performance.

  • Shift Security Left

    Improve build performance through intelligent caching, while shifting security left.

  • Keep Your SDLC Secure

    Automatically block bad components from entering your Java projects and software supply chain. 

  • Improve Developer Productivity

    Innovate faster without sacrificing security or quality with real-time feedback designed for developers. 

Take Control of Your Maven Packages

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Resources

Quick Start Guide on Proxying Maven and npm

See Documentation

Nexus Repository Support for Maven Repositories

See Documentation

Java Application Analysis for Sonatype Lifecycle

See Documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Sonatype Nexus Repository support both Maven 2 and Maven 3 repository formats?

Yes, Sonatype Nexus Repository fully supports the Maven format for both Maven 2 and Maven 3, ensuring backward and forward compatibility for all your projects.

Can I use Sonatype to manage transitive dependencies in my Maven projects?

Yes. Sonatype scans the full dependency tree of your project, including all transitive dependencies pulled in by a direct Maven package. This provides a complete view of your project’s components and associated risks.

How does Sonatype improve build performance with Maven?

By proxying and caching Maven packages from remote repositories like Maven Central, Sonatype reduces the need to download dependencies from the internet for every build. This results in significantly faster, more reliable, and deterministic builds.