Is Sentence Transformers Safe?

Sentence Transformers — Nerq Trust Score 65.8/100 (B- grade). Based on analysis of 2 trust dimensions, it is generally safe but has some concerns. Last updated: 2026-06-16.

Use Sentence Transformers with some caution. Sentence Transformers is a Python package with a Nerq Trust Score of 65.8/100 (B-), based on 3 independent data dimensions. Below the recommended threshold of 70. Security: 90/100. Popularity: 0/100. Data sourced from PyPI registry, GitHub repository, NVD, OSV.dev, and OpenSSF Scorecard. Last updated: 2026-03-20. Machine-readable data (JSON).

Safety Guide: Sentence Transformers

What is Sentence Transformers?

Sentence Transformers is a Python package — Embeddings, Retrieval, and Reranking.

How to Verify Safety

Run pip audit or safety check. Review on PyPI for download stats.

You can also check the trust score via API: GET /v1/preflight?target=sentence-transformers

Key Safety Concerns for Python package

When evaluating any Python package, watch for: dependency vulnerabilities, malicious uploads, maintenance status.

Trust Assessment

Sentence Transformers has a Nerq Trust Score of 66/100 (B-) and has not yet reached Nerq trust threshold (70+). This score is based on automated analysis of security, maintenance, community, and quality signals.

Key Takeaways

• Sentence Transformers has a Trust Score of 66/100 (B-).
• Review carefully before use — below trust threshold.
• Always verify independently using the Nerq API.

Disclaimer: Nerq trust scores are automated assessments based on publicly available signals. They are not endorsements or guarantees. Always conduct your own due diligence.