I need another option than Photo bucket - Page 7 - ZR-1 Net Registry Forums

Gunny · 07-15-2017

Quote:

Originally Posted by QB93Z

The security of the website is always a concern. My thought right now is that I am already running a website from GizmosArt.com, so using my storage space to host my own car pictures will not impact the security. If someone can use the photo tag to get access to my data files, please let me know.

I followed the link to your photo, then tried to see if there was a website or other photos to view. Viewing anything else is blocked so I would say your data is secure from most folks.

Gunny · 07-15-2017

Quote:

Originally Posted by QB93Z

Edit: Now I can't get a photo to show. I guess my quota is 1 per day.

Fix your URL link

Your link should begin with http: and end with .jpg or .JPG (images are case sensitive).

Try this and you'll see what I mean ...
right click on the image in this post
select copy image address
reply to my post
click the Insert Image icon on the tool bar above the edit window
paste image address
click Preview Post at bottom

Image should display ... if not, something is amiss & will need to be tracked down.

Gunny · 07-15-2017

Quote:

Originally Posted by QB93Z

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<img src="http://www.gizmosart.com/webimages/corvette/qbonsbr.jpg"border="0"alt=""/>

the code for your URL will not work in this setting ... it has too many unnecessary commands that are causing the <img src= to show up as well as the border and alt commands at the end of the line. that is html programming that you would use in a website and is not needed when inserting a link to images stored on other servers.

QB93Z · 07-15-2017

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gunny

the code for your URL will not work in this setting ... it has too many unnecessary commands that are causing the <img src= to show up as well as the border and alt commands at the end of the line. that is html programming that you would use in a website and is not needed when inserting a link to images stored on other servers.

That IMG SRC html text came from the HTML code that generates the page we are on. I was just trying to see what my link looked like.

I have tried many combinations of the pieces that worked and haven't hit on the correct combination yet for another picture in the same directory as the qbonsbr.jpeg picture.

Maybe it is an image size issue. I am going to go out to the garage and turn a wrench for a while. I am much better at that than HTML coding.

Jim

QB93Z · 07-15-2017

trying again:

The image below is hosted by DropBox, but I can't get this image to host from my website like the other QB images?????

Jim

Gunny · 07-15-2017

The first image qband440v2.jpg is not displaying here or with direct entry of the URL into my browser. With direct entry I'm also getting the Not Found [CFN #0005] error that leads me to believe the file is not there or the address is wrong. Double check that the file is in the correct location or even upload it again.

Image 2, qbonsr.jpg, displays OK here as well as direct entry.

Image 3, qbon27.jpg is also OK both ways.

Image 4, is obviously displaying here as well as the direct link to PB ... but when I try to redirect the image to a new browser tab, PB "complains" and redirects me back to their site. Interesting ... and further proof of the lengths they will take to control anything/everything about their site. I think the PB image is the image qband440.jpg and I'm guessing that if you're linking from PB to the Z forum that you're being blocked. Also, if you downloaded the image from PB and then uploaded to your gizmo server it's possible that PB has altered the image in some way to prevent you from using it on the web. If this is the case I suggest that you upload your original image to gizmo, taking care that you double check the URL path including the jpg or JPG extension.

Earlier you mentioned that you were concerned about size limitations on the Z forum but several posts back I linked to one of my images that obviously needs to be resized for use here. I can't remember the size of that image but fairly certain that it's at least 2700px (downsized from the original that was over 5000px).

I doubt that size is an issue of uploading/viewing but it's a terrible annoyance to viewers who don't want to navigate the huge images. If the forum software has the ability to auto resize linked images it would be a good idea to turn on this "feature". That said I try to resize my images to 600x800px for the forum even though most of the images on my websites are greater than 2400px. My website software auto sizes all images to accommodate the device being used, from smartphone to 30" flat screens.

Try loading more images (not previously uploaded elsewhere) from your computer to gizmo, including at least one that's larger than 2000px and see what your results are. I'm thinking something else is going on in the background that might need further experimentation.

Wish I were there ... I'd gladly trade some IT assistance for some help installing my "new to me" AVIC in the Z. I'm truly considering driving up for one of your maintenance days (the real purpose would be to visit my granddaughters).

We are having a severe thunderstorm now ... electricity is out and the only thing working is my laptop and DSL (battery will be dying soon), so I'm signing off for awhile. Try the suggestions & post up. I'll check back when we get some power.

G-Sting · 07-18-2017

Tests good, Dynomite.

Found this work around for hosting an image which is in a (free) dropbox account. It does appear to work - for now. I am not a computer geek, so not sure why it's working, but...

Reference "Step 2" in the link https://milanaryal.com/hosting-image...-your-website/

The steps I used:
1. On Macbook, uploaded an 86kb (smallest) file of the image into a dropbox folder.
2. Control/Click on desired image -- "Copy Dropbox Link".
3. Go to forum and "reply" then click on "Insert Image" icon.
4. After pasting the Dropbox Link, simply change the preface from
https://www.dropbox.com
-- to --
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com

then finish inserting the image into the reply, by clicking "OK".

Example: (Sorry, not a ZR-1, but a WWI Dr.I ! Similar name and occasional similar attitudes by the drivers of ZR-1 and drivers of DR-1!

)

WVZR-1 · 07-18-2017

Quote:

Originally Posted by G-Sting

Tests good, Dynomite.

Found this work around for hosting an image which is in a (free) dropbox account. It does appear to work - for now. I am not a computer geek, so not sure why it's working, but...

For this I'd think you need to be a PAID DropBox user (to establish some security) and I'm not to sure just what settings you might have to use for your DropBox account. How much information are you inadvertently sharing? I ain't gonna try my FREE DropBox!

I believe that everyone's solution isn't going to be the same or even similar. For most I'd think moving forward they just use their own devices for forum posting when needed. Storage of material for back-up a personal choice.

I understand I believe the PB approach and the "instant control" shut off was I'm sure to get at the abuse from business users and users for the auction sites. If the business/mass users of PB had been paying appropriately it likely might have not come to this.

Would a conversation from an individual with PB for a more reasonable rate work? If I had substantial storage there I'd maybe have a conversation. Between now and the Dec '18 cut-off for paid users of PB things could certainly change but I'd be looking for a solution now vs waiting.

Ccmano · 07-18-2017

While I am far from being an expert on this, it is coming clear that relying on a third party, PhotoBucket or whoever, is not a reliable long term solution. If this is not addressed we will forever run the risk of loosing valuable information and data. I believe it was brought up in the thread already, but it may be time to investigate establishing our own server(s). Remember, even the data on this forum is through a third party.

This may be a issue for the ZR-1.net officers and members to take up. Ultimately some of the clubs money may have to be directed at this issue. I, for one, would be willing to pay an additional $5 or $10 a year on my dues to maintain servers for this purpose.

Maybe some of you that actually know what your talking about (unlike me) can chime in on this.

H

WVZR-1 · 07-18-2017

Right now I'd think a "reasonable" approach by this Forum would be to "lock this thread", open a discussion thread that's related and a "TESTING" sub-topic for users to experiment with. This thread and the "testing" is I'm sure difficult for some to comprehend - It for sure is me! I've not used PB since maybe '12.

Aside from Jim's tests and G-Sting's mention of what's used for the most part it's just images.

Cliff - very dependent upon the browser used a "right click" of the image should get you "image dimensions" I use a Vivaldi browser which is a highly modified "Chrome" derivative and I can use a right click > inspect to see image dimensions.

I'd think Cliff that PB certainly sees how frequently your images have been used for 3d party postings and that would/could certainly influence their end of the conversation. Can you actually see statistics that are relevant from your account?

Gunny for sure "gets it" and I've enjoyed his comments! If I had the quantity of images that some have I'd be searching much harder than I am.

Maybe when creating a "related thread" you sort through these 8 pages (so far) and move the "RELEVANT" posts to the newer thread. Might make for much better reading.

07-15-2017	#65
QB93Z Join Date: May 2007 Location: Westminster, Maryland Posts: 3,689	Re: I need another option than Photo bucket trying again: The image below is hosted by DropBox, but I can't get this image to host from my website like the other QB images????? Jim

07-15-2017	#66
Gunny Join Date: May 2005 Location: Georgia Mountains Posts: 927	Re: I need another option than Photo bucket The first image qband440v2.jpg is not displaying here or with direct entry of the URL into my browser. With direct entry I'm also getting the Not Found [CFN #0005] error that leads me to believe the file is not there or the address is wrong. Double check that the file is in the correct location or even upload it again. Image 2, qbonsr.jpg, displays OK here as well as direct entry. Image 3, qbon27.jpg is also OK both ways. Image 4, is obviously displaying here as well as the direct link to PB ... but when I try to redirect the image to a new browser tab, PB "complains" and redirects me back to their site. Interesting ... and further proof of the lengths they will take to control anything/everything about their site. I think the PB image is the image qband440.jpg and I'm guessing that if you're linking from PB to the Z forum that you're being blocked. Also, if you downloaded the image from PB and then uploaded to your gizmo server it's possible that PB has altered the image in some way to prevent you from using it on the web. If this is the case I suggest that you upload your original image to gizmo, taking care that you double check the URL path including the jpg or JPG extension. Earlier you mentioned that you were concerned about size limitations on the Z forum but several posts back I linked to one of my images that obviously needs to be resized for use here. I can't remember the size of that image but fairly certain that it's at least 2700px (downsized from the original that was over 5000px). I doubt that size is an issue of uploading/viewing but it's a terrible annoyance to viewers who don't want to navigate the huge images. If the forum software has the ability to auto resize linked images it would be a good idea to turn on this "feature". That said I try to resize my images to 600x800px for the forum even though most of the images on my websites are greater than 2400px. My website software auto sizes all images to accommodate the device being used, from smartphone to 30" flat screens. Try loading more images (not previously uploaded elsewhere) from your computer to gizmo, including at least one that's larger than 2000px and see what your results are. I'm thinking something else is going on in the background that might need further experimentation. Wish I were there ... I'd gladly trade some IT assistance for some help installing my "new to me" AVIC in the Z. I'm truly considering driving up for one of your maintenance days (the real purpose would be to visit my granddaughters). We are having a severe thunderstorm now ... electricity is out and the only thing working is my laptop and DSL (battery will be dying soon), so I'm signing off for awhile. Try the suggestions & post up. I'll check back when we get some power.

07-18-2017	#67
G-Sting Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Kentucky Posts: 363	Re: I need another option than Photo bucket Tests good, Dynomite. Found this work around for hosting an image which is in a (free) dropbox account. It does appear to work - for now. I am not a computer geek, so not sure why it's working, but... Reference "Step 2" in the link https://milanaryal.com/hosting-image...-your-website/ The steps I used: 1. On Macbook, uploaded an 86kb (smallest) file of the image into a dropbox folder. 2. Control/Click on desired image -- "Copy Dropbox Link". 3. Go to forum and "reply" then click on "Insert Image" icon. 4. After pasting the Dropbox Link, simply change the preface from https://www.dropbox.com -- to -- https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com then finish inserting the image into the reply, by clicking "OK". Example: (Sorry, not a ZR-1, but a WWI Dr.I ! Similar name and occasional similar attitudes by the drivers of ZR-1 and drivers of DR-1! ) __________________ '94 ZR1 LT5 - Dark Red Metallic '79 L82 4-speeds of fun '96 LT1 Borla, H-pipe, TB, CAI (Sold) "An adventure is only an inconvenience rightly considered. An inconvenience is only an adventure wrongly considered." -- G.K. Chesterton

07-18-2017	#69
Ccmano Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Sparks, NV Posts: 2,852	Re: I need another option than Photo bucket While I am far from being an expert on this, it is coming clear that relying on a third party, PhotoBucket or whoever, is not a reliable long term solution. If this is not addressed we will forever run the risk of loosing valuable information and data. I believe it was brought up in the thread already, but it may be time to investigate establishing our own server(s). Remember, even the data on this forum is through a third party. This may be a issue for the ZR-1.net officers and members to take up. Ultimately some of the clubs money may have to be directed at this issue. I, for one, would be willing to pay an additional $5 or $10 a year on my dues to maintain servers for this purpose. Maybe some of you that actually know what your talking about (unlike me) can chime in on this. H __________________ 90'ZR-1 #1461 Red/Black Ported Intake, Degreed Cams, OBX Headers & Exhaust, Fidanza FW, Secondary Delete, Custom tune, C6 GS Wheels. Sold 08 C6 Z51 Crystal Red Metallic Sold Vararam Intake, Tune, Sold 05 C6 Z51 Red/Black Sold 90'ZR-1 #1723 Black/Gray Sold but not forgotten 91' Z51 L98 White Vert. My First, you always remember your first. Sold.

07-18-2017	#70
WVZR-1 Join Date: Oct 2004 Posts: 1,890	Re: I need another option than Photo bucket Right now I'd think a "reasonable" approach by this Forum would be to "lock this thread", open a discussion thread that's related and a "TESTING" sub-topic for users to experiment with. This thread and the "testing" is I'm sure difficult for some to comprehend - It for sure is me! I've not used PB since maybe '12. Aside from Jim's tests and G-Sting's mention of what's used for the most part it's just images. Cliff - very dependent upon the browser used a "right click" of the image should get you "image dimensions" I use a Vivaldi browser which is a highly modified "Chrome" derivative and I can use a right click > inspect to see image dimensions. I'd think Cliff that PB certainly sees how frequently your images have been used for 3d party postings and that would/could certainly influence their end of the conversation. Can you actually see statistics that are relevant from your account? Gunny for sure "gets it" and I've enjoyed his comments! If I had the quantity of images that some have I'd be searching much harder than I am. Maybe when creating a "related thread" you sort through these 8 pages (so far) and move the "RELEVANT" posts to the newer thread. Might make for much better reading. Last edited by WVZR-1; 07-18-2017 at 12:30 PM.