What is Time Netsule?
Time Netsule is a time capsule for the Internet. For the first time ever, anyone, anywhere, can contribute to the contents of a time capsule. This shall provide future generations with a unique perspective on the past like never before.

What can I include in my message?
You may include whatever you'd like. In fact, submissions are not read by Time Netsule staff and are, therefore, uncensored. You may also attach files to your message. For instance, if you've got a photo, a document, or even a home video, you can include it for future generations. You could even package up your entire blog site and submit it thus ensuring your writings are preserved for years to come!

How much does it cost?
Submitting a time capsule message is FREE!

What is the unique message id for?
A unique message id is created for each and every message submitted. This message id is very important and should be written down somewhere safe so that you, or someone you pass the message id on to, can correctly identify your message when it is unsealed in the future. Your message id can also be used to share and link to friends.

How do I share and link with friends?
When you submit your message you can specify any number of recipients that will be emailed your message's unique id thus allowing them to view your submission for one week before it is sealed into the Time Netsule. It's like sending an e-card except your sentiments will last through the ages. Further, when submitting a message, if you know the id of a friend's message you can link to them by providing the id on your submission form. These links shall be visible when browsing through messages in the future.

How long are messages sealed?
It's up to you! When you submit a message to Time Netsule you can choose the length of time that your message will be sealed.

What happens when my message is unsealed?
Time Netsule shall notify you via the email you provided on the day your message is unsealed. For this reason, try to use an email that you think you will have in the future. If we are unable to notifiy you, you can still locate your message on this site using your unique message id.

How will the data be stored?
Our databases are backed up daily and stored in multiple secure locations. The protection and privacy of your data is given top priority.

What if there are no webpages in 50 years?
While it is impossible to say what the future holds, one thing is clear - the global connection of computers, ie. the Internet, is here to stay. No matter what form the Internet may take, Time Netsule will be prepared. The collected data will be made available on whatever medium the future uses.

When does the first message become available?
The first message shall become available in July 2007. Others will follow shortly thereafter making this a very exciting time.

What charities are you donating to?
We have short listed several charities but need their permission before we can link to their websites. We are currently working on obtaining permission to do so. In the meantime, if you have any charity suggestions feel free to send them. Please understand that we may not be able to address everyone's suggestions as we'd prefer to limit the number of charities to about four or five in order to maximize our impact. More on charities...

Can I update or delete my message?
The short answer is no. Due to the nature of a time capsule, once a message is entered it becomes sealed for the chosen duration.