ImgBB alternative · free
A free ImgBB alternative with Markdown and a free API
Upload images up to 32 MB without an account. Get a direct link, HTML, BBCode or Markdown, and use the API with a free key.
- No signup required
- Up to 32 MB
- Markdown links
- Free API keys
ImgShareHub vs ImgBB
| Feature | ImgShareHub | ImgBB |
|---|---|---|
| Free file size limit | 32 MB | 32 MB (64 MB on Pro) |
| Account required to upload | No | No |
| Share formats | Direct link, share link, HTML, BBCode, Markdown | Viewer link, HTML and BBCode (full or thumbnail) |
| Auto-delete timer | Optional, 1 hour to 6 months | Optional, 5 minutes to 6 months |
| API | Free keys, 100 uploads per hour each | Listed as a Pro plan feature |
| Forum upload plugin | Yes: phpBB, MyBB, SMF, XenForo | Yes: 13 forum platforms |
| Password-protected images | Yes | Password-protected albums |
| Paid plan | Free; paid plans coming soon | Pro, $3.99 to $12.99 per month |
ImgBB details from imgbb.com and its plugin page, checked 23 October 2026. Plans and limits may change.
Why people switch from ImgBB
Markdown for GitHub and docs
Every upload gives you a Markdown snippet, ready for READMEs, issues and documentation.
A free API
Create API keys from your account settings and upload from bots and scripts without a paid plan.
Password protection per image
Protect a single screenshot with a passcode, without putting it in an album first.
Paste and go
Press Ctrl+V on the page to upload a screenshot straight from your clipboard.
When ImgBB may suit you better
- You need files larger than 32 MB: ImgBB Pro allows 64 MB.
- You want thumbnail embed codes for galleries.
- Your forum software isn't phpBB, MyBB, SMF or XenForo: ImgBB's plugin supports more platforms.
- You need originals at full resolution: ImgShareHub stores images as WebP, resized to at most 2048 pixels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is ImgShareHub free like ImgBB?
Yes. Uploads, share formats, the API and the forum plugin are all free. Paid plans with extra features are coming soon.
Can I get BBCode like on ImgBB?
Yes. Every upload gives you BBCode that links the image to its page, plus HTML, Markdown and a direct link.
Do images expire?
Only if you choose an auto-delete time. Otherwise images are kept while they're viewed; anonymous images are removed after 365 days with no views.