Archive.org vs My IP API
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Archive.org vs My IP API: common questions
Which is more reliable, Archive.org or My IP API?
On our scheduled checks, My IP API leads on measured uptime — Archive.org at —% versus My IP API at —% over 90 days. These are our own probe results, not provider claims; the uptime bars above show the day-by-day record for both.
Do Archive.org and My IP API need an API key?
Neither needs a paid key — Archive.org is callable with no signup, and My IP API is callable with no signup. Both are quick to prototype with; rate limits still apply.
Can I call Archive.org and My IP API from the browser?
Yes — both Archive.org and My IP API send CORS headers over HTTPS, so front-end code can fetch either directly with no backend proxy. That makes them easy to swap in a client-side app while you compare responses.
Are Archive.org and My IP API free for commercial use?
Archive.org has unclear commercial terms, and My IP API has unclear commercial terms. We track service terms and the data license as separate fields — see the Commercial use and Data license rows above, and confirm both before shipping either in a paid product.