Web Archive Viewer

Easily view archived (cached) webpages via seven different engines.

Web Archive Viewer - Cached Website Viewing Chrome Extension

'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.
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Extension stats

Manifest V2
By: loora
Rating: 3.67
(12)
Version: 0.1.0 (Last updated: 2018-10-08)
Creation date: 2018-10-08
Permissions:
  • tabs
  • storage
Size: 35.53K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Web Archive Viewer (v0.1.1resigned1)
313 4.00 (4)
Not available on Edge

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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
User 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 impact analysis details
  • Critical Grants access to browser tabs, which can be used to track user browsing habits and history, presenting a privacy concern.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Web Archive Viewer. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension has low user count. Unpopular extensions may not be stable or safe.
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