Archive.org vs New York Times
Same instrument, two spec sheets — measured, not claimed.
Archive.org vs New York Times: common questions
Which is more reliable, Archive.org or New York Times?
On our scheduled checks, New York Times leads on measured uptime — Archive.org at —% versus New York Times 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 New York Times need an API key?
Archive.org needs no key, while New York Times requires a free API key. If you want to start calling without signup, reach for Archive.org first.
Can I call Archive.org and New York Times from the browser?
Yes — both Archive.org and New York Times 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 New York Times free for commercial use?
Archive.org has unclear commercial terms, and New York Times 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.