Image upload prevented for new users is restricting discussions

#1 · 10-10-20

Hi there.

I'd like to suggest that the image upload restriction on new accounts is highly limiting for new users especially when requesting assistance in the DIY/Electrical/Home and construction forums. Example of one situation is below, but this has been an issue for quite some time:

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/2058379423/should-i-fit-pipes-between-between-air-bricks-and-internal-vents

Could I suggest that the limitation be relaxed for discussions in the home & garden forums as this would encourage new users to be able to visually describe their situations and is unlikely to result in spam/unsuitable images, etc…

Thanks!

WanderingMan · 08-11-2024 01:58PM

Yes, I agree that new users should have the ability to post images. especially in the above mentioned forums for some topics, it's simply impossible to describe with words the problem you are having. It's much easier to simply take a picture and show what you mean.

smuggler.ie · 08-11-2024 06:47PM

I suspect problem might be that it is either permitted to ALL forums/threads from post 1 or restricted up to certain points achieved.
Now imagine what would happen with all those spam posts we currently have on hourly basis….

Calahonda52 · 08-11-2024 06:58PM

It can be granted on a per poster basis once they have posted a few genuine posts

Image upload prevented for new users is restricting discussions

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