Archive models instead of retiring them

I’d like to suggest a change to how models are handled once they’re no longer actively supported. Right now, models are retired, which makes them unavailable for further use. While I understand the need to focus on newer and more advanced versions, retirement can sometimes remove valuable tools from users who have specific workflows or use cases tied to those models.

Instead of fully retiring models, introduce an archiving system. Archived models would:

• Still be accessible (perhaps under a clearly marked “Archived Models” section)

• Come with a disclaimer noting that they are no longer being updated or maintained

• Remain usable for experimentation, niche projects, or comparison purposes