Frequently asked questions
Is http://web-beta.archive.org blocked in mainland China right now?
As of the last test on 2026-11-04, http://web-beta.archive.org is 100% blocked in mainland China, based on GreatFire's live Great Firewall measurements.
Why is http://web-beta.archive.org blocked in mainland China?
It's blocked — 100% of the last 1 conclusive tests failed in mainland China.
Since when has http://web-beta.archive.org been blocked?
GreatFire has recorded interference with http://web-beta.archive.org from mainland China since 2021-08-06.
How can I access http://web-beta.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 web-beta.archive.org.