Retrieves and calculates the full historical archive span for any URL using the Wayback Machine.
The wayback-range skill enables Claude to instantly identify the entire timeline of a website's presence in the Internet Archive. By fetching the absolute oldest and most recent snapshots, it provides a comprehensive view of a URL's history, including specific timestamps, the total duration of the archive span in days, and direct archive links. This is an essential tool for digital researchers, developers, and SEO professionals who need to verify domain longevity or track site evolution over years or decades without manual searching.
Key Features
01Features built-in caching to optimize API performance and speed
02Provides direct web.archive.org URLs using the --full display mode
03Calculates the total archive span in days for immediate historical context
04Supports JSON output for seamless integration into automated scripts
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06Retrieves the earliest and latest available snapshots in a single command
Use Cases
01Verifying the historical age and active duration of a domain or specific page
02Performing digital archaeology or research on expired or changed websites
03Auditing the longevity of web content for SEO and competitive analysis
