ScanErase vs Internet Archive: Discovering Cached Intimate Images from the Wayback Machine
The Internet Archive preserves cached copies of web content that may include intimate images even after the original page is removed. ScanErase finds matches on live platforms; the Wayback Machine requires a separate exclusion request.
Feature comparison
ScanErase leads in 4 categories · Internet Archive leads in 0 · 1 tied
| Feature | ScanErase | Internet Archive |
|---|---|---|
| Live platform intimate image discovery | Yes | No |
| Wayback Machine exclusion request support | Yes | No |
| Wayback Machine cached content | Exclusion request support | Primary service |
| Biometric face scanning | Yes | No |
| Exposure Report download | Yes | No |
ScanErase strengths
- Live platform discovery with insights across 200+ active content platforms
- Covers 200+ active content platforms simultaneously
Internet Archive strengths
- Wayback Machine exclusions can remove cached historic copies
- Free to request exclusion via email
Frequently asked questions
How do I find my face in the Internet Archive?
Email info@archive.org with the URL and a description of the content. The Internet Archive also honors robots.txt exclusion directives from site owners. Your ScanErase exposure report can help you document the URLs you find.
Does ScanErase cover the Internet Archive?
ScanErase focuses on live hosting platforms. For Wayback Machine cached content, you can use your ScanErase exposure report to support a direct exclusion request to archive.org.
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