Web Archive Viewer

Easily view archived (cached) webpages via seven different engines.
What is Web Archive Viewer?
'Web Archive Viewer' is a Chrome extension designed to simplify viewing cached versions of any website. It uses seven distinct engines to render a website's archived version. This add-on allows customization of the engines used and offers a new tab where the cached page is displayed. Keep in mind not all pages have cache and appearances may vary depending on the engine chosen.

Extension stats

By: loora
Users: 7,000+
Rating: 3.67 (12)
Version: 0.1.0 (Last updated: 2018-10-08)
Creation date: 2018-10-08
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood: Very low risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • storage
Size: 35.53K

Other platforms

Web Archive Viewer (v0.1.1resigned1)
3.67 (3) 306
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Extension summary

Web Archive Viewer is an extension that help you easily see the cached version of any website.

This add-on uses seven different engines to render the website's archive version. By default, three engines are selected, but you can add or remove them at any time via the option's page.

When you visit a page, simply open toolbar popup UI and then click on a desired archive engine. A new tab will be open to render the cached version of the current tab. Please note that, not all websites have a cached version. Moreover, depending on the archive engine that you choose the cached version might look different.

If you see any bug, or have a feature request in mind, please fill the bug report form at the add-on's homepage (http://mybrowseraddon.com/web-archive-viewer.html).

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works great
  • Super simple to use
  • Easy to use
Cons
  • Google option doesn't work
  • Issues with handling multiple windows
  • Incorrect URL selection
Most mentioned
  • Works great
  • Google option never works
  • Uses incorrect tab when multiple windows are open
Recent reviews
Just doesn't work. There is never an option to select.
by Domenico, 2024-09-21

öffnet den vollkommen falschen URL, egal, auf welcher Webseite man die Erweiterung ausführt. Woher er den vollkommen falschen URL nimmt - keine Ahnung. Aufgabe verfehlt und in Summe damit unbrauchbar.
by Roman R., 2024-08-03

Ok, but the google option never works.
by Atheophanous2, 2023-07-21
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Web Archive Viewer requires a few sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

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