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Automatic Archiving of Cited Web Pages in Web Archive (Community Wishlist/W206/en)

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To prevent the loss of sources, especially on wikis with reviewed versions, it would be beneficial to automatically check if the web pages cited in references are archived in the Web Archive. If a page is not archived, the system should automatically archive it on the Web Archive. This ensures that even if the original page disappears, volunteers can access the archived version.

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Feature request
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This feature will primarily benefit editors and readers who rely on cited web pages for verification and reference. It will help maintain the integrity and availability of sources.

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  • Created: 15:34, 3 August 2024
  • Last updated: 23:40, 10 October 2025
  • Author: Zamkorus (talk)
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