About cit.is
Permanent web archiving and citation for researchers, journalists, and professionals
Permanent Preservation
Your archived content is stored permanently with multiple backup systems. Unlike traditional bookmarks or links, cit.is archives never break or disappear.
Instant Archiving
Create full-page archives in seconds using SingleFile and ArchiveBox integration. Preserve styling, images, and interactive elements exactly as they appear.
Text Fragment Highlighting
Highlight specific text passages within archived content for precise citation. Perfect for academic research and professional documentation.
Detailed Analytics
Track access patterns, geographic distribution, and usage statistics. Understand how your archived content is being accessed and used.
How It Works
Submit URL
Paste any web page URL into our archiving system via the web interface or API.
Automatic Capture
Our system captures the full page content, including CSS, JavaScript, and media files.
Permanent Link
Get a permanent shortcode link that will always work, perfect for citations and references.
Technology Stack
Archiving Engines
- SingleFile: High-fidelity page preservation
- ArchiveBox: Multi-format archive generation
- PDF Generation: Portable document format support
Platform Features
- REST API: Full programmatic access
- Django Framework: Robust and scalable backend
- Bootstrap UI: Modern, responsive interface
Use Cases
Academic Research
Create permanent citations for online sources in academic papers and research projects.
Journalism
Archive news sources and social media posts that may be deleted or modified.
Legal Documentation
Preserve web evidence and documentation for legal proceedings and compliance.
Corporate Documentation
Archive competitor analysis, market research, and external documentation.
Personal Archiving
Save important articles, tutorials, and web content for future reference.
Content Creation
Reference sources and inspiration for blog posts, videos, and creative projects.
Ready to Get Started?
Join the community of researchers, journalists, and professionals using cit.is for reliable web archiving.