Storing URLs

Store URL names to index websites. During indexing, use the NETWORK_DATASTORE preference type. This method of data storage is supported only for CONTEXT indexes.

Note:

Starting with Oracle Database 19c, the Oracle Text type URL_DATASTORE is deprecated. Use NETWORK_DATASTORE instead.

The URL_DATASTORE type is used for text stored in files on the internet (accessed through HTTP or FTP), and for text stored in local file system files (accessed through the file protocol). It is replaced with NETWORK_DATASTORE, which uses ACLs to allow access to specific servers. This change aligns Oracle Text more closely with the standard operating and security model for accessing URLs from the database.