Build Securely in Dart and Flutter with Sonatype
Sonatype supports the Dart programming language and Flutter framework, giving development teams the tools they need to build secure, high-performance cross-platform applications with confidence.
Vulnerability management
Secure Dart and Flutter dependencies
Policy enforcement
Automate open source governance
Native integration
Works with Sonatype IQ solutions


Using Dart and Flutter in App Development
Dart and Flutter have emerged as a powerful duo in the modern programming landscape, offering a streamlined path to building high-performance applications across mobile, web, and desktop — all from a single codebase.
Flutter’s native performance and Dart’s developer-friendly syntax have made them especially popular in mobile banking and financial services applications. While Dart adoption continues to grow globally, we are seeing increased usage outside of North America, particularly among large enterprises focused on cross-platform delivery at scale.
Supported Dart Features
Remediate Vulnerabilities
Identification and remediation of vulnerabilities in Dart packages
Enforce Policies
Automated policy enforcement based on package metadata
Flutter Project File Support
Support for pubspec.yaml and pubspec.lock manifest files
Parse Natively
Native parsing of Dart advisories from public sources
Build in All Applications
Compatible with Dart and Flutter mobile, web, and desktop applications
Private Package Repository Support
Support for private Dart registries hosted via pub.dev
Dart and Flutter Resources


Sonatype Help documentation: Added Support for Dart and Flutter Analysis
Build more advanced native applications
With Sonatype’s native support for the Dart language and Flutter framework, your team can deliver secure applications faster — without sacrificing performance or productivity. Leverage the full power of our software composition analysis (SCA) to secure cross-platform mobile apps, mitigate risk, and streamline development workflows.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between pubspec.yaml and pubspec.lock?
pubspec.yaml defines which packages your app depends on. pubspec.lock captures the exact versions of those dependencies to ensure consistent builds and avoid unexpected updates.
Where can I find Dart and Flutter packages?
The official repository is pub.dev, which hosts verified packages for use with Dart and Flutter applications
Does Dart replace JavaScript?
No. Dart doesn’t replace JavaScript but offers an alternative for cross-platform mobile development. It has gained popularity over React Native for many mobile-first applications due to Flutter’s performance and simplicity.