Originally posted by Stovebolt Staff:
Didn't someone say (somewhere) that some picture hosts images WON'T display an image on another site?
Yes, this is correct. Many "free" hosts attempt to block linking to images.
These image hosting sites have to generate revenue somehow. Adware, cookies, and on-site advertising are all means of getting information to/from potential consumers. It's far more difficult for sites to reach these consumers if they don't actually go to the website where the image is located. If you don't go to the image hosting site:
-you don't see advertisements in banners...
-you don't have to login to see the images (provide info)...
-you don't have to accept a cookie...
-you are less likely to be enticed by signup offers that require software installation that just might include adware...
-etc.
Do yourself a favour. If you have space with your ISP -- use it.
For the reasons listed above you can expect fewer free services to allow image linking.
