Puremagic: File Detection

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library 2.2.0 ·python
verified May 20, 2026

Puremagic is a pure Python module designed to identify file types based on their 'magic numbers' and content-aware analysis. It offers a lightweight, cross-platform alternative to `python-magic`/`libmagic` with zero runtime dependencies. The library is actively maintained, with its current version being 2.2.0, and receives regular updates to enhance detection capabilities and fix issues.

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