# iRetro — The Internet Browser — Old Websites Explorer

> Browser to view past website versions using Wayback Machine API. (iPhone/iPad app by QURAI SOFTWARE - FZCO.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iretro-the-internet-browser/id1015692776 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [QURAI SOFTWARE - FZCO](https://appshunter.io/developer/911550136)
- Category: Utilities, Entertainment
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.60/5 from 94 App Store ratings · 67 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 11.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2015-09-27
- Data updated: 2026-08-16
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iretro-the-internet-browser/id1015692776/reviews.md

## What is iRetro?

Have you ever wonder how the Facebook, Yahoo or [[put your favorite website here]] looked like 10 years ago? Or 15? Now you can do this with our browser powered by Wayback Machine API*! Just set the date and that’s it - you’re in the past!  

The app has retro design for the deep diving into the atmosphere of oldschool web.

The app can also browse the modern web, you can use it as regular browser. It has a simple minimalistic interface and, therefore, unlike other browsers, it won’t be able to spy on you :-)

The app is absolutely free and not contains any ads or in-app purchases.

Have a nice trip to the past, fun present and bright future!

* For more information visit http://archive.org/

## Key features

- View past website versions
- Powered by Wayback Machine API
- Retro design for atmosphere
- Modern web browsing
- Minimalistic interface
- No ads or in-app purchases

## Recent user reviews (10 of 67)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/iretro-the-internet-browser/id1015692776/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Landscape Mode Pls

*2026-08-06, version 1.3.2*

I love this app, the only thing id ask for is when i turn my phone sideways it can work that way too

### 3/5 — Great, but unfortunately allows AI

*2026-07-17, version 1.3.2*

I loved every part about this app, it looks great, and works well. The only thing is that you still see the “AI overview” when googling things.

### 5/5 — I liked it

*2026-04-21*

🤣

### 5/5 — XI§

*2026-04-06, version 1.3.2*

@DEPT.OF.INTERNAL.AFFAIRS.JUST.LOOK

### 5/5 — Awesome!

*2026-03-19, version 1.3.1*

I miss the click sound from old IE on navigation or smth

### 5/5 — I LOVE THIS APP!

*2026-01-27, version 1.3.1*

This app brings back so many memories of old websites and the fact it’s free is even better! And it works with modern websites too ❤️

### 3/5 — Good app please keep updating

*2025-11-25*

I really hope this isn’t one of those apps that just goes on managed and then crashes on new iOS updates please keep updating this

### 1/5 — Will Not Retain Space Bar

*2025-11-19, version 1.3*

Will Not Retain Space Bar in keyboard.  It can be located by using the function switching from emoji to keyboard, but it instantly switches back removing the space bar.

### 5/5 — Goon.

*2025-11-04, version 1.3*

I gooned using this app but safely since it’s secure 🧌🥀

### 5/5 — Internet Explorer

*2025-05-31, version 1.3*

I love IE and this reminds me of it

## Frequently asked questions about iRetro

### What does iRetro do?

iRetro is an internet browser that allows you to view how websites looked in the past. It leverages the Wayback Machine API to access archived versions of web pages from specific dates.

### How can I use iRetro to see old websites?

You can use iRetro by setting a specific date for the website you wish to view. The app then uses the Wayback Machine API to retrieve and display that archived version of the site.

### Is iRetro free to use?

Yes, iRetro is absolutely free to use. The app does not contain any advertisements or in-app purchases, making it a completely free experience.

### Can I use iRetro for current websites?

Yes, in addition to browsing past website versions, iRetro can also be used as a regular browser for the modern web. It features a simple, minimalistic interface.

### What is the Wayback Machine API?

The Wayback Machine API is a service provided by the Internet Archive that allows developers to access their vast collection of archived web pages. iRetro uses this API to power its historical browsing functionality.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.3.2 — 2026-04-01

Minor fixes

### 1.3.1 — 2026-01-14

Minor fixes

### 1.3 — 2020-07-05

- Faster pages loading
- Improved Time Machine: more images shown, more pages accessible
- Improved look of icons and text

### 1.2 — 2017-10-05

iOS 11 support added!

### 1.1 — 2015-10-11

* iOS 9 support added
* Fixed display of some sites in time machine mode

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