Archive.org vs Microlink.io
If you need a Open Data API that's easy to integrate, go with Microlink.io.
Archive.org
The Internet Archive
Microlink.io
Extract structured data from any website
Archive.org
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- No CORS support
Microlink.io
- No authentication required
- HTTPS supported
- CORS enabled for frontend use
| Feature | Archive.org | Microlink.io |
|---|---|---|
| Authentication | None | None |
| HTTPS | Yes | Yes |
| CORS | No | Yes |
When to use which?
Microlink.io works directly from the browser with CORS enabled, making it better for frontend-only apps.