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: 15,442
123
Rating: 4.85
(122)
Version: 1.8 (Last updated: 2024-08-01)
Creation date: 2023-06-18
Weekly download count: 318
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 problematic image opening behavior
  • Simple and easy to use
  • Significantly improves user experience when browsing images on Reddit
  • Works without requiring extensive setup or permissions
  • Quick installation and effective functionality
Cons
  • Occasionally fails to work or produces an error (e.g., 'Error 403 Forbidden')
  • User experiences that the add-on may no longer be functional
  • Some users express disappointment about needing an extension for a feature that feels essential
Most mentioned
  • The add-on effectively solves the issue of opening images directly from Reddit
  • It is praised for being a quick fix to a longstanding UX problem on Reddit
  • Comments about the frustration caused by Reddit's image handling prior to using the add-on
  • There are mentions of past issues where the add-on works inconsistently now
  • Users appreciate the simplicity and effectiveness of the add-on
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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