Oh, I am quite aware that I need to sign-up for this chat... I did so and I was unable to find those "tons" of pictures. Actually there seem to be only a few "stolen" images. IMHO some of those chatters are using the pictures without thinking much about stolen bandwith. Just change the picture URL or use some tricks to prevent those links. But your screaming blue murder because of such a small thing. If you are that concerned about bandwith, you shouldn't use an unprotected gallery at all - they always cause trouble with bandwith. Joerg