Load Reddit Images Directly

Loads reddit images directly instead of redirecting to the HTML page containing the image. This works for i.redd.it, preview.redd.it, external-preview.redd.it and www.reddit.com/media urls.

Direct Reddit Image Loader Add-on for Firefox

"Load Reddit Images Directly" is a Firefox extension that streamlines the browsing experience by redirecting Reddit image page URLs to the actual image files. It eliminates the intermediary step for images hosted on i.redd.it, preview.redd.it, and external-preview.redd.it, as well as the www.reddit.com/media wrapper. This tool ensures users access high-resolution images instantly, with an option to prioritize original image URLs over previews. The source code is available for users to review or contribute to on GitHub.
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Add-on stats

By: nopperl
Users: 15,519
222
Rating: 4.85
(122)
1 new ratings
Version: 1.8 (Last updated: 2024-08-01)
Creation date: 2023-06-18
Weekly download count: 336
Firefox on Android: No
Risk impact: High risk impact
Risk likelihood:
Moderate risk likelihood
Manifest version: 2
Permissions:
  • activeTab
  • storage
  • webRequest
  • webRequestBlocking
  • *://i.redd.it/*
  • *://external-preview.redd.it/*
  • *://preview.redd.it/*
  • *://www.reddit.com/*
Size: 16.93K
URLs: Website

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Add-on summary

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Loads reddit images directly instead of redirecting to the HTML page containing the image. This works for i.redd.it, preview.redd.it and external-preview.redd.it urls. Additionally, requests to www.reddit.com/media?url=$IMAGE_URL (i.e., the before-mentioned HTML page) are automatically redirected to $IMAGE_URL (i.e., the direct image url).

Note: a redirect to the original (high-res) image URL (the i.redd.it URL) can be preferred over the preview URLs by changing the extension setting.

The source code and issue board is at https://github.com/nopperl/load-reddit-images-directly.

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Firefox Browser Add-ons does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Fixes Reddit's cumbersome image URL issues
  • Works as intended without requiring tweaks for old Reddit
  • Simple and effective solution
  • Saves time when viewing images
  • Positive feedback on ease of use
Cons
  • Occasionally stops working or has performance issues
  • Errors such as '403 Forbidden' reported by users
  • Some users resort to alternative methods (userscripts)
  • Perceived as unnecessary due to Reddit's own design flaws
Most mentioned
  • Works perfectly when functioning
  • Common issues with functionality over time
  • Acknowledgment of its utility despite Reddit's UX flaws
  • Praise for its simplicity and effectiveness in solving a specific problem
  • Frustration over occasional technical problems
User reviews
It does the thing! No fuss. Thank you "nopperl"!
by Firefox user 18392014, 2025-01-20
it works perfectly. but isn't sad that we actually need an extension for something so simple :/
by Firefox user 18373325, 2025-01-12
Perfect for untangling Reddit's daft URLs.
by Loneman, 2025-01-07
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Add-on safety

Risk impact

Load Reddit Images Directly requires some sensitive permissions that could impact your browser and data security. Exercise caution before installing.

Risk likelihood

Load Reddit Images Directly is probably trust-worthy. Prefer other publishers if available. Exercise caution when installing this add-on.

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