After more than a year of development, we’re thrilled to announce the beta launch of Peekalink 2.0—a major leap forward in how link previews are fetched, analyzed, and delivered. Powered by our own robust, self-hosted infrastructure, the new version offers:
- Real-browser rendering
- Multi-file support
- AI-driven fallbacks
- 24/7 monitoring
- Proxying for accuracy
- Global scalability
This release addresses the challenges we faced with our previous cloud provider and paves the way for fast, flexible, and resilient link previews.
What Happened to Peekalink 1.0?
In case you missed our earlier update, Peekalink 1.0 moved into maintenance mode last year due to an unexpected incident with our former cloud provider—they deleted some of our resources, claiming we had exceeded their bandwidth limits. While we fought to restore the service, we ultimately decided to rebuild from the ground up for full control and greater reliability.
Peekalink 1.0 still works for existing users, but now only receives essential security and stability updates. Our main focus is delivering Peekalink 2.0 Beta, which we believe is a significant step forward in link preview technology.
What’s New in Peekalink 2.0 Beta?
- Real-Browser Rendering
Our headless browsers handle modern, JavaScript-heavy sites. If a page requires dynamic loading or client-side rendering, our new engine captures every detail—no more incomplete or missing metadata. - Expanded Multi-File Support
Beyond standard HTML pages, Peekalink 2.0 Beta previews a range of formats:Whether it’s a single document or a complex media file, our engine extracts rich metadata at scale.- PDFs
- Excel Sheets
- PowerPoint Decks
- Audio & Video
- … and more!
- AI-Driven Fallbacks
Even if a website lacks proper meta tags, our improved AI routines parse textual and visual elements to create meaningful previews. This significantly reduces empty or incomplete outputs, even for unoptimized URLs. - Scalable & Self-Hosted Infrastructure
We’ve taken the reins by running our own servers and scaling globally—no more dependence on one cloud provider. Expect consistent performance no matter how large your request volume. - 24/7 Monitoring for 100+ Link Types
From standard webpages to social posts and e-commerce products, we continuously monitor more than 100 link types. Metadata automatically refreshes to keep your previews accurate and up to date. - Proxying for Accuracy
Peekalink 2.0 Beta incorporates geolocated proxies to bypass regional blocks or content restrictions. Whether your users are in Europe, Asia, or the Americas, Peekalink fetches the true version of a page for reliable previews.
A Note on the Beta
Because this is beta software, you may encounter:
- Occasional bugs or performance hiccups
- Partial or slower previews when our system experiences spikes
- Unpolished UI or doc sections
We appreciate your patience and feedback—your input helps us polish Peekalink 2.0 for a stable final release!
How to Learn More
- Link Types & Formats
Discover our expanded coverage in the Supported Link Types Overview. - Infrastructure & Scalability
Explore how our self-hosted approach manages heavy volumes and load balancing. - Advanced Features
Dive deeper into AI fallbacks, smart caching, screenshot generation, and more.
Join Our New Discord Community
We’ve launched a Discord server for direct, real-time support during the Beta:
- Share feedback on 2.0 Beta performance
- Collaborate with fellow developers on integration tips
- Discuss feature requests and help shape the final release
Submit Your Ideas
If there’s a platform you want us to support or a feature you think we’re missing, head over to:
- Suggest new integration ideas
- Upvote existing feature requests
- Report quirks in the Beta
Ready to Try Peekalink 2.0 Beta?
- Sign Up
If you don’t already have an account, create one at the Peekalink Dashboard. - Explore Our Docs
Check our Quickstart Guide to fetch your first preview in minutes. - Pick a Plan
Whether you’re testing small scale or planning big, our Pricing helps you find the best fit.
That’s a Wrap
Peekalink 2.0 Beta is our bold move to a more resilient, flexible platform—one that guarantees speedy, accurate, and comprehensive link previews no matter the complexity of the web. We’ve learned from our previous cloud provider challenges and are committed to delivering a truly robust service.
We can’t wait for you to explore Peekalink 2.0 Beta. With your feedback and bug reports, we’ll refine it into a fully polished release. This is your chance to influence the future of link previews—so please join our Discord, share your thoughts, or drop us a note at feedback.peekalink.io.
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