Photobucket sux...What are you Using?

BigAsh · 06-30-2017, 10:45 AM

I've had a photobucket account for years....been very slow and "buggy" recently...Rumor that they may now charge to use photos to post on forums

https://www.ghacks.net/2017/06/30/ph...hosted-images/

What do y'all use to "host and post" your pics?

AdamJoshua · 06-30-2017, 11:17 AM

It's gotten worse every month, there are so many ads per page that it's basically unusable and they rely on flash which is even better than worse and charge you for ad free, 6 popup and slide out ads per page (yes 6) at random times renders their product useless unless you pay and I refuse, their coders are clueless as well ... some of the slide out ads actually push the page content area 50% to the right so them are shifting divs instead of appearing over them but now I'm just venting. I've been using imgur for hosting randomly images lately until I find something better. There is always google or iCloud.

massphatness · 06-30-2017, 11:47 AM

flickr

Weelok · 06-30-2017, 12:31 PM

I will follow the leader. Using Photobucket but just for cigar forum posting here so little use. Since I use Photobucket so little and on iPhone only, same one ad and other then occasion Photobucket down times, not bad.

If a worthy successor is appointed, I would switch away. If they ask to pay, I would have to see how much? I do like the convenience of Photobucket but there is a limit to what I would be willing to pay.

Porch Dweller · 06-30-2017, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by massphatness

flickr

mosesbotbol · 06-30-2017, 02:24 PM

I thought Amazon had something similar to photobucket (which is also pissing me off).

BigAsh · 06-30-2017, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

I thought Amazon had something similar to photobucket (which is also pissing me off).

Thanks moose...yes, I have Amazon prime with unlimited storage, gogle picc , apple, etc....my problem is with posting pics here or on other forums...can't figure it out which is why photobucket was convenient, til it started to suck!

LasciviousXXX · 06-30-2017, 03:12 PM

I too am looking for an alternative to Photobucket. I'll monitor this thread closely for updates.

Also, has anyone tried to batch export their photos out of Photobucket? Success/Failure stories?

Thanks

BigAsh · 06-30-2017, 03:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LasciviousXXX

I too am looking for an alternative to Photobucket. I'll monitor this thread closely for updates.

Also, has anyone tried to batch export their photos out of Photobucket? Success/Failure stories?

Thanks

Thre's an option to download an alblum in Photobucket...I hit download, notice said I'll get an email when done...that was 4 hours ago....no idea where/when/what/etc etc.

LasciviousXXX · 06-30-2017, 03:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BigAsh

Thre's an option to download an alblum in Photobucket...I hit download, notice said I'll get an email when done...that was 4 hours ago....no idea where/when/what/etc etc.

That's not very comforting. LOL

Does it only let you DL 1 album at a time?

benedic08 · 06-30-2017, 03:35 PM

I use imgur now. Very simple to use and you can get links to different sizes of the same picture. Just make sure you upload it unpublished.

icehog3 · 07-01-2017, 10:57 AM

Photobucket has become basically unusable for me the last several months.

pnoon · 07-01-2017, 11:14 AM

I agree with the decline of Photobucket. However, if photos are moved off of there, links posted here will no longer work.

I may just stop using Photobucket and pick an alternative going forward.

kydsid · 07-01-2017, 03:54 PM

Imageshack when using mobile. Flickr for main and non mobile cause their app and website suck on mobile.

Flynnster · 07-01-2017, 10:49 PM

Imgur is my preference. Yes there is a big social networking aspect, but if all you're looking to do is host a photo, it's dead nuts simple.

Ashcan Bill · 07-02-2017, 03:40 PM

Just a test. Taking my new Imgur account out for a test drive.

LasciviousXXX · 07-03-2017, 04:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pnoon

I agree with the decline of Photobucket. However, if photos are moved off of there, links posted here will no longer work.

I may just stop using Photobucket and pick an alternative going forward.

Let me know what you end up going with Peter.

pnoon · 07-03-2017, 05:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LasciviousXXX

Let me know what you end up going with Peter.

Will do.

BigAsh · 07-05-2017, 11:41 AM

Pic from recent trip to Italy...posted using a hosting site "Postimage.org"
From their site...
About Postimage

Postimage was founded in 2004 to provide message boards with an easy way to upload images for free. Postimage is a very simple, fast and reliable free image service. It's perfect for linking to auctions, message boards, blogs and other websites. Postimage guarantees maximum uptime and performance so that your image will be here whenever you need it. There is no registration or login; all you have to do is submit your picture. With continuous upgrades and dedicated staff Postimage is the #1 solution for Free Image Hosting.

BigAsh · 07-05-2017, 11:42 AM

it was relatively straightforward/easy...

06-30-2017, 11:17 AM	#2
AdamJoshua Article 4 Free Inhabitant Join Date: Jan 2013 First Name: The Other Adam Location: Satellite Beach Posts: 14,787 Trading: (40)	Re: Photobucket sux...What are you Using? It's gotten worse every month, there are so many ads per page that it's basically unusable and they rely on flash which is even better than worse and charge you for ad free, 6 popup and slide out ads per page (yes 6) at random times renders their product useless unless you pay and I refuse, their coders are clueless as well ... some of the slide out ads actually push the page content area 50% to the right so them are shifting divs instead of appearing over them but now I'm just venting. I've been using imgur for hosting randomly images lately until I find something better. There is always google or iCloud.

06-30-2017, 11:47 AM	#3
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06-30-2017, 12:31 PM	#4
Weelok I'm nuts for the place Join Date: Jul 2011 First Name: Dave Location: Reno, NV Posts: 4,085 Trading: (21)	Re: Photobucket sux...What are you Using? I will follow the leader. Using Photobucket but just for cigar forum posting here so little use. Since I use Photobucket so little and on iPhone only, same one ad and other then occasion Photobucket down times, not bad. If a worthy successor is appointed, I would switch away. If they ask to pay, I would have to see how much? I do like the convenience of Photobucket but there is a limit to what I would be willing to pay. __________________ Drink, pray, smoke, and work out.

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LasciviousXXX Team of 11...Always Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Týr Location: New Orleans Posts: 4,579 Trading: (8)	Re: Photobucket sux...What are you Using? I too am looking for an alternative to Photobucket. I'll monitor this thread closely for updates. Also, has anyone tried to batch export their photos out of Photobucket? Success/Failure stories? Thanks

06-30-2017, 10:45 AM	#1
BigAsh Don't knock the Ash... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Keith Location: Yardley, PA Posts: 5,046 Trading: (46)	Photobucket sux...What are you Using? I've had a photobucket account for years....been very slow and "buggy" recently...Rumor that they may now charge to use photos to post on forums https://www.ghacks.net/2017/06/30/ph...hosted-images/ What do y'all use to "host and post" your pics? __________________ Keith

06-30-2017, 03:35 PM	#11
benedic08 Bob's great grandson Join Date: May 2010 First Name: Benedic Location: Hot and Wet Manila Posts: 527 Trading: (8)	Re: Photobucket sux...What are you Using? I use imgur now. Very simple to use and you can get links to different sizes of the same picture. Just make sure you upload it unpublished.

07-01-2017, 10:57 AM	#12
icehog3 Admiral Douchebag Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Tom Location: Clermont, Kentucky Posts: 71,274 Trading: (60)	Re: Photobucket sux...What are you Using? Photobucket has become basically unusable for me the last several months. __________________ Thanks Dave, Julian, James, Kelly, Peter, Gerry, Dave, Mo, Frank, Týr and Mr. Mark!

07-01-2017, 11:14 AM	#13
pnoon YNWA Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Peter Location: San Diego Posts: 29,919 Trading: (20)	Re: Photobucket sux...What are you Using? I agree with the decline of Photobucket. However, if photos are moved off of there, links posted here will no longer work. I may just stop using Photobucket and pick an alternative going forward. __________________ Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are. -John Wooden

07-01-2017, 03:54 PM	#14
kydsid Ditat Deus Join Date: Apr 2009 First Name: Jason Location: Among the Pines Posts: 2,361 Trading: (46)	Re: Photobucket sux...What are you Using? Imageshack when using mobile. Flickr for main and non mobile cause their app and website suck on mobile. __________________ Check out the Cigar Asylum Newbie Sampler Trade

07-01-2017, 10:49 PM	#15
Flynnster Life's too short Swishers Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Middle of the Mitten Posts: 787 Trading: (7)	Re: Photobucket sux...What are you Using? Imgur is my preference. Yes there is a big social networking aspect, but if all you're looking to do is host a photo, it's dead nuts simple.

07-02-2017, 03:40 PM	#16
Ashcan Bill Ol' Dude Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Bill Location: Henderson, NV Posts: 1,900 Trading: (6)	Re: Photobucket sux...What are you Using? Just a test. Taking my new Imgur account out for a test drive.

07-05-2017, 11:41 AM	#19
BigAsh Don't knock the Ash... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Keith Location: Yardley, PA Posts: 5,046 Trading: (46)	Re: Photobucket sux...What are you Using? Pic from recent trip to Italy...posted using a hosting site "Postimage.org" From their site... About Postimage Postimage was founded in 2004 to provide message boards with an easy way to upload images for free. Postimage is a very simple, fast and reliable free image service. It's perfect for linking to auctions, message boards, blogs and other websites. Postimage guarantees maximum uptime and performance so that your image will be here whenever you need it. There is no registration or login; all you have to do is submit your picture. With continuous upgrades and dedicated staff Postimage is the #1 solution for Free Image Hosting. __________________ Keith

07-05-2017, 11:42 AM	#20
BigAsh Don't knock the Ash... Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Keith Location: Yardley, PA Posts: 5,046 Trading: (46)	Re: Photobucket sux...What are you Using? it was relatively straightforward/easy... __________________ Keith