wayback-submit

Archive URLs via the Wayback SPN2 API with optional capture_outlinks and delay_wb_availability parameters.

3|Updated Jan 17, 2026

Search Tags:#api #archive #wayback #web-archiving #save-page-now #spn2 #internet-archive

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npx skills add https://github.com/Mearman/marketplace --skill wayback-submit

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Skill: wayback-submit
Source: https://github.com/Mearman/marketplace/tree/main/plugins/wayback/skills/wayback-submit
Command: npx skills add https://github.com/Mearman/marketplace --skill wayback-submit

SYSTEM DOCUMENTATION & REQUIREMENTS

💡 This Skill includes scripts (resource) components.

What problem does it solve?

Archiving web content manually is time-consuming and error-prone; this skill automates submitting URLs to the Internet Archive for long-term preservation.

Core Features & Use Cases

Submit a single URL for archiving via the SPN2 API and receive a job id and archived URL.
Support for optional parameters like capturing outbound links, taking a screenshot, and delaying availability to reduce load.
Includes status checks and retrieval of the final archived URL for seamless integration into workflows.

Quick Start

Submit a URL to archive by running the submission script with the target URL.

Frequently Asked Questions about wayback-submit

High-intent search queries and answers about installing and using this skill.

FAQPage Schema

How do I submit a URL to the Wayback Machine for archiving?▼

To submit a URL to the Wayback Machine, this skill uses the SPN2 API POST endpoint to archive the page and returns a job id along with the final archived URL for long-term preservation.

What is the SPN2 API and how does it handle web archiving?▼

The SPN2 API is the Save Page Now service used for web archiving via the Internet Archive. It accepts parameters like url, capture_outlinks, and delay_wb_availability to automate submitting URLs and manage capture behavior.

Can I capture outbound links when saving a page to the Internet Archive?▼

Yes, you can capture outbound links when saving a page to the Internet Archive by enabling the capture_outlinks parameter in the SPN2 API request. This ensures linked content is also preserved during the archiving process.

Do I need authentication to use the Wayback Machine SPN2 API for batch saves?▼

Yes, authentication is required for batch saves using the Wayback Machine SPN2 API. The process supports authentication via the LOW header to manage multiple URL submissions and retrieve their archived statuses securely.

How do I check the status of an Internet Archive submission and retrieve the archived URL?▼

You can check the status of an Internet Archive submission and retrieve the archived URL by querying the SPN2 API using the job id. This allows seamless integration into automated web archiving workflows.

Are there limitations when delaying availability for Wayback Machine saves?▼

Delaying availability for Wayback Machine saves uses the delay_wb_availability parameter to reduce server load. While effective for batch saves, it postpones immediate public access to the archived URL until processing completes.