Web Cache Viewer

Want to view cached pages and cached websites? Right-click on any link or page to view the Wayback Machine or Google Cached pages.

Web Cache Viewer - View Cached Pages in a Click

"Web Cache Viewer" is a Chrome extension designed to optimise the process of accessing cached web pages. It delivers an effective solution for encountering 404 errors, as it enables users to right-click and view the Google Cache or Wayback Machine versions of the page. It also includes a unique feature that redirects users to the archived page directly on the Wayback Machine, simplifying the interaction with archive.org. This extension can be seen as a useful tool for frequent internet users, offering an easy switch to Google Cache if necessary.
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Extension stats

By: matbram
Rating: 3.25
(72)
Version: 1.0.0 (Last updated: 2017-02-24)
Creation date: 2017-02-23
Risk impact: Moderate risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • contextMenus
  • tabs
  • http://archive.org/*
Size: 11.62K

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Extension summary

Web Cache Viewer lets you right-click on any link or page to view the Wayback Machine or Google Cache versions of that page.

When browsing the internet, everyone eventually runs into those pesky 404 error messages that are pretty annoying.

Web Cache Viewer makes dealing with 404's bearable, giving users the option to right click and view the Google Cache or Wayback machine versions of the page.

One special feature of Web Cache Viewer is our built-in Wayback Machine smart feature.

Our smart feature will intelligently redirect you to an archived page of the one you're on, instead of the typical archive selection screen you encounter when using archive.org directly.

If Wayback Machine isn't your thing, you can also resort to the Wayback Machine alternative of using Google Cache instead.

I hope you find this extension helpful. If you do, please leave a review.

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 Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.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 perfectly for retrieving cached pages.
  • Easy to use with right-click functionality.
  • Helpful for accessing websites blocked by VPN.
Cons
  • Often does not find cached pages.
  • Lacks options other than Wayback Machine and Google Cache.
  • Requires multiple clicks to use, which some users find inconvenient.
Most mentioned
  • Doesn't work or fails to find archived pages.
  • Easy to use if the instructions are followed.
  • Limited functionality compared to Google's native features.
User reviews
Doesn't seem to work. Every link says WayBack Machine did not archive that page. And none of the websites have a Google cached page. This extension is just a waste of time. Maybe you will have better luck.
by callanyonefrompc, 2024-12-10

doesn't work
by Hamid Mazuji, 2024-11-28

not work
by kalavarzesh com, 2024-10-21
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Extension safety

Risk impact

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

Risk likelihood

Web Cache Viewer has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.

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