Frequently asked questions
Is http://archive.org blocked in mainland China right now?
As of the last test on 2026-09-01, http://archive.org is 100% blocked in mainland China, based on GreatFire's live Great Firewall measurements.
Why is http://archive.org blocked in mainland China?
It's blocked — 100% of the last 4 conclusive tests failed in mainland China.
Since when has http://archive.org been blocked?
GreatFire has recorded interference with http://archive.org from mainland China since 2011-02-25.
How can I access http://archive.org from mainland China?
You need a circumvention tool such as a VPN. GreatFireVPN, built by GreatFire, is designed to bypass the Great Firewall and reach sites like archive.org.