In this post, I reflect on the unpredictability of digital services like Archive.org, especially during unexpected maintenance. As a long-time user since 1999, I’ve archived countless websites and music collections, including contributions to well-known archives like the Grateful Dead collection. Explore how digital archiving preserves history and serves as a form of time travel, even when our trusted platforms experience downtime.

Read more about my journey and discover why archiving remains essential in preserving our digital legacy.