Just received a request from a client:
We are seeking a skilled freelancer to restore our website using the Wayback Machine and set it up on GoDaddy hosting. The ideal candidate should have experience with website recovery, HTML/CSS coding, and domain management. You will be responsible for retrieving archived content, ensuring all pages are functional, and properly configuring the website on our GoDaddy account. Attention to detail and knowledge of web hosting practices are essential for this project.
Restoring a website from the Wayback Machine and setting it up on GoDaddy hosting requires technical expertise, attention to detail, and a structured approach.
How will I restore your website from WaybackMachine
As an experienced freelancer, I follow a proven process to ensure your website is accurately recovered, fully functional, and seamlessly hosted. Below is a step-by-step guide to how I will complete this project, delivering a professional and reliable outcome.
Assess and Identify Archived Content
I start by accessing the Wayback Machine on archive.org, entering your website’s URL to locate the most recent and complete archived version, and carefully reviewing snapshots to identify the best match for your needs, consulting with you to confirm the chosen version contains all critical pages, images, and features while documenting the site’s structure to ensure a comprehensive restoration.
Retrieve and Reconstruct Website Files
Using specialized tools and manual techniques, I extract HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and media files from the Wayback Machine, verify their integrity, recreate any missing or broken elements using my HTML/CSS coding expertise to match the original design, and optimize the code for modern web standards while preserving the site’s original look and functionality.
Test Functionality Locally
I set up a local testing environment to preview the restored website, ensuring all pages, links, and media function correctly, conduct cross-browser testing on Chrome, Firefox, and Safari for compatibility, and resolve any issues like broken links or formatting errors to deliver a seamless user experience before moving to the hosting phase.
Configure GoDaddy Hosting
With secure access to your GoDaddy account, I configure the hosting environment to suit your website’s needs, upload the restored files via FTP or GoDaddy’s File Manager while maintaining proper file structure, and set up domain settings, including DNS records, to ensure your website is accessible via your domain name with minimal downtime.
Final Testing and Launch
After uploading the site to GoDaddy, I perform live testing to confirm all pages load correctly, links work, and the site is responsive on desktop and mobile devices, verify SEO elements like meta tags and check load times for optimal performance, and provide you with clear documentation on managing your site, ensuring a smooth handover.
