Why Can’t I See Pictures on Websites in Google Chrome? (2024)
In this tutorial, we will show you exactly how you can see pictures on websites in Google Chrome in just a few simple steps. Read on to learn more.
Fix Website Pictures Not Showing on Google Chrome
Follow the steps below to fix website photos now showing in Google Chrome.
1. Verify Your Internet Connection is Working Properly
Click the Wi-Fi or network icon in the corner of your screen to check if you’re connected. Ensure the signal strength is strong and the connection is stable. If necessary, restart your router or reconnect to the network.
2. Ensure Images Are Enabled in Chrome Settings
Click the three-dot menu in the top-right corner of Chrome.
Then select “Settings.”
Scroll down to “Privacy and security.”
Click “Site Settings.”
Under “Content,” select “Images.”
Enable “Sites can show images.”
3. Clear Browser Cache and Cookies to Fix Loading Issues
On the “Privacy and security” section, click “Delete browsing data.”
In the pop-up window, select “Cached images and files” and “Cookies and other site data.” Click “Delete data” to remove these files and refresh the page.
4. Temporarily Disable Extensions That Might Block Images
Click the three-dot menu and select “Extensions” from the list, then click “Manage extensions.”
In the Extensions tab, toggle off any extensions like ad blockers that could be blocking images. Refresh the webpage to see if images appear after disabling extensions.
5. Update Google Chrome to the Latest Version
Click the three-dot menu and scroll down to “Help,” then select “About Google Chrome.”
Chrome will automatically check for updates. If there is an update available, click “Relaunch” to apply it and refresh the website.
6. Check Website Permissions to Ensure Images Are Allowed
Click the lock icon in the address bar next to the website URL. Select “Site Settings” from the drop-down menu.
Scroll down to “Images” and make sure it is set to “Allow” so the website can display images properly.
7. Scan for Malware or Viruses That May Be Interfering With Image Loading
Run an antivirus program to scan your computer for malware or viruses. Click the Windows key and search for your antivirus program; for example, let’s search for “Windows Security.”
Select “Virus & threat protection.”
Then do a “Quick scan.” Follow the steps to remove the threat found after scanning. After removing any malware, restart your computer and check if images now load.
We hope that you now have a better understanding of how to fix the issue of not seeing pictures in Google Chrome. If you enjoyed this article, you might want to check our articles on how to use a Chrome extension to monitor a website and how to create a website shortcut on Android Chrome.