Archive.org vs Enigma Public
Both are solid Open Data APIs. Choose based on your specific requirements.
Archive.org
The Internet Archive
Enigma Public
Broadest collection of public data
Archive.org
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- No CORS support
Enigma Public
- Simple API key authentication
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | Archive.org | Enigma Public |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | apiKey |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | No | Yes |
When to use which?
Archive.org is the better choice for quick prototypes and hackathons since it requires no authentication. Enigma Public works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.