A guide to everything creators need to know about image sharing on Patreon. In this article, we'll cover the following ways you can share your images:
- Uploading images as a Post
- Sharing images using a URL
- Adding images to the text body of your Post
- Attaching image files to any post type
- Posting content for certain patrons (select tiers available for Pro, and Premium plans)
Note: If you are uploading images to posts via the Patreon app, read this article: How do I post in the mobile app as a creator?
Uploading images to your Image posts
You can upload image files directly from your device to Patreon. Your images will show up as the main part of your post.
To upload an image:
- While logged into your Patreon account, click on the Create button from the left-hand side of your creator menu
- Click the Images button to start your post
- Click the Upload images button and select the file(s) you want to upload. You can upload up to 500 images per post
What image file types can I upload to a post? We currently support .jpg, .jpeg, .png and .gif file types up to 16 MB.
You can learn more about creating Image gallery posts by reading this article: Create image galleries in posts.
Uploading an image from a URL to your post
You can upload image links as the main part of your post. Images will not automatically populate as a link for patrons to download – if you’d like your patrons to be able to download an image, be sure to add your image file(s) as an attachment.
- While logged into your Patreon account, click on the Create button from the left-hand side of your creator menu
- Click the Images button to start your post.
- Click on the Embed image URL button.
- Enter your image URL, and click the Embed button. You can embed up to 500 images per post
Learn more about embedding image galleries with the following article: Create image galleries in posts.
Note: We use Embed.ly for all embedded images. You can test your URL on this page to ensure that your image will post. Add your URL and click the arrow link to the right. If you find an error in the “type” field, your image URL will not post properly and you’ll want to make sure you have the correct link.
Flickr
Using Flickr? If you’re encountering the message “Invalid Media” you can grab your URL and enter it in the field on the Embed.ly page. Scroll down to where you find “URL” and copy the longer URL. Add this to the link field of your Post.
Tumblr
If you're using Tumblr as your image hosting site, you'll want to grab your image URL by right-clicking the image and selecting "Copy Image Address." Add this URL to the field of your post.
Sharing images from Instagram? Make sure your account is not marked as private. Images on private accounts aren’t shareable in Posts as they are meant only for your approved Instagram followers.
Adding images to your text body
Inline images or images that you add within a text body can be added to any Post type. They’re a great way to spice up a lengthy text post or add context to a story you’re telling. To add an inline image to a post, select the small camera icon to the left of the text portion of your post.
You’ll find the option to upload an image directly from your device or upload an image using a URL. You can upload up to 500 images per post.
Attaching images to any post
You can attach image files to any Post type. Whether you’re posting an audio, video or image post, you can include an attachment of an image for patrons to download. This image will not populate in the body of your post but will be an attachment link at the bottom of your post.
To attach your file, click the Upload button near the bottom of the post you’re creating or editing.
What image file types can I upload to a post?
You can attach .jpg, .jpeg, .png and .gif image file types up to 16 MB.
You’ll know that your file is attached when the upload arrow is gone and you find your file name listed at the bottom of your post creator/editor page. You can upload up to 500 images per post.
Deciding who gets to access your posts
You can select patrons only if you’d like everyone who is a paid subscriber to check your post. This will include any patrons who have not selected a tier during the sign-up process.
Creators in our Pro and Premium platform plans can also control exactly which patrons access your post. To select specific tiers, choose the option Select tier. You’ll find your tiers populating (all preselected) and can deselect any tiers you do not want to have access to. Only patrons who are in the selected tiers will have access to the content of the post.