Where Does nvm-windows Store Settings and Node Versions?
nvm-windows AppData folder with settings.txt and installed Node versions on Windows.
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nvm-windows keeps its settings.txt plus every installed Node version in an AppData folder, with a symlink in Program Files pointing at the active one. The symlink is why Node survives version switches without PATH edits.
Do not confuse it with the Unix nvm script; paths and commands differ. Back up settings.txt and the folder to preserve proxy and mirror tweaks.
Where nvm-windows stores this, by platform
%APPDATA%\nvm
Holds settings.txt with root, path and proxy lines, plus one subfolder per installed Node version. The active version links from the configured symlink path. Edit settings.txt with terminals closed or switches may overwrite it.
Frequently asked questions
How do I change the nvm-windows Node install path?
Edit root and path in settings.txt at the folder above, then reinstall versions. Existing installs stay in the old root until removed.
Why is node not found after nvm use?
The symlink failed, usually from missing admin rights or antivirus interference. Run the terminal elevated once and retry the switch.
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