Question Externally-hosted images not showing up in-line

Edgar_in_Indy · 06-03-2020, 09:42 AM

I've been gone from the forums ever since my beloved K-30 died of congenital aperture block disease, but I posted in a thread last night, and the images that I linked to on my private server space did not show up in the thread like they used to. Instead, where the image should be, there is just a hyperlink that says "Click here to view photo". And yet looking at other recent threads, I see people are still able to post photos in-line. What gives?

bertwert · 06-03-2020, 10:20 AM - **2 Likes**

Originally posted by Edgar_in_Indy

I've been gone from the forums ever since my beloved K-30 died of congenital aperture block disease, but I posted in a thread last night, and the images that I linked to on my private server space did not show up in the thread like they used to. Instead, where the image should be, there is just a hyperlink that says "Click here to view photo". And yet looking at other recent threads, I see people are still able to post photos in-line. What gives?

Are you talking about in this thread here: Considering a 43" 4k TV as a monitor - PentaxForums.com

If that's the case, I see your photos just fine. What it will be is that the external site is not HTTPS. The simple solution: In the User Control Panel, there is an option to 'Load Insecure External Photos' - set this to 'Yes' and you should then see your photos in the thread fine.

The less simple solution: configure your server space to use HTTPS, then others will also see images whatever their settings.

Some more info here:
https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/3-site-suggestions-help/372214-error-emb...ng-others.html

Adam · 06-03-2020, 07:53 PM - **1 Like**

In due time, regardless of this setting web browsers (starting with Chrome) are going to start blocking non-HTTPS images if they're embedded on an HTTPS site. I'd definitely recommend migrating/upgrading the hosting platform if it hasn't yet made the transition. The good news is that getting a certificate these days is free and much easier than just a few years ago.

Edgar_in_Indy · 06-03-2020, 08:27 PM

Thanks for the information, it really helps.

Edgar_in_Indy · 06-04-2020, 09:27 PM

The funny thing is, the pictures are now showing up for me, even though I did not change anything in my profile yet or on my web hosting service.

06-03-2020, 09:42 AM	#1
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685	Externally-hosted images not showing up in-line I've been gone from the forums ever since my beloved K-30 died of congenital aperture block disease, but I posted in a thread last night, and the images that I linked to on my private server space did not show up in the thread like they used to. Instead, where the image should be, there is just a hyperlink that says "Click here to view photo". And yet looking at other recent threads, I see people are still able to post photos in-line. What gives?

06-03-2020, 10:20 AM - 2 Likes	#2
bertwert Veteran Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Golden, BC Posts: 15,172	Originally posted by Edgar_in_Indy I've been gone from the forums ever since my beloved K-30 died of congenital aperture block disease, but I posted in a thread last night, and the images that I linked to on my private server space did not show up in the thread like they used to. Instead, where the image should be, there is just a hyperlink that says "Click here to view photo". And yet looking at other recent threads, I see people are still able to post photos in-line. What gives? Are you talking about in this thread here: Considering a 43" 4k TV as a monitor - PentaxForums.com If that's the case, I see your photos just fine. What it will be is that the external site is not HTTPS. The simple solution: In the User Control Panel, there is an option to 'Load Insecure External Photos' - set this to 'Yes' and you should then see your photos in the thread fine. The less simple solution: configure your server space to use HTTPS, then others will also see images whatever their settings. Some more info here: https://www.pentaxforums.com/forums/3-site-suggestions-help/372214-error-emb...ng-others.html Last edited by bertwert; 06-03-2020 at 08:58 PM.

06-03-2020, 07:53 PM - 1 Like	#3
Adam Administrator Site Webmaster Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Arizona Photos: Gallery \| Albums Posts: 51,597	In due time, regardless of this setting web browsers (starting with Chrome) are going to start blocking non-HTTPS images if they're embedded on an HTTPS site. I'd definitely recommend migrating/upgrading the hosting platform if it hasn't yet made the transition. The good news is that getting a certificate these days is free and much easier than just a few years ago. Adam PentaxForums.com Webmaster (Site Usage Guide \| Site Help \| My Photography) PentaxForums.com server and development costs are user-supported. You can help cover these costs by donating or purchasing one of our Pentax eBooks. Or, buy your photo gear from our affiliates, Adorama, B&H Photo, KEH, or Topaz Labs, and get FREE Marketplace access - click here to see how! Trusted Pentax retailers:

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06-03-2020, 08:27 PM	#4
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685 Original Poster	Thanks for the information, it really helps.

06-04-2020, 09:27 PM	#5
Edgar_in_Indy Veteran Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Indiana, USA Photos: Gallery Posts: 2,685 Original Poster	The funny thing is, the pictures are now showing up for me, even though I did not change anything in my profile yet or on my web hosting service.