
Flickr Block Setup Guide: How to Display Images from Your Account
Extract the most recent images from your Flickr account to display automatically on your site with Flickr blocks.
Adding a Flickr Block:
- Edit a page/post and click Add a Block
- Select Flickr from the menu
- Click the pencil icon to open block editor
- Go to Account tab and select Add Account (or choose existing)
- Set number of items (max 20) using the Items slider
- Use Design tab to choose layout: slideshow, carousel, grid, or stacked
- For version 7.0, click Apply to save changes
Enable Auto-Sync:
- Open Connected Accounts panel
- Click your Flickr account
- Check Download Data
- Save changes
Important Notes:
- Pulls most recent images from all albums
- Cannot select specific albums/images
- Maximum 20 images displayed
Troubleshooting Missing Images:
- In Flickr Settings > Privacy & Permissions
- Under Global Settings
- Set "Largest shared image size" to Best display or Large 2048
- Reconnect account if needed
Fix Duplicate Images:
- Open Connected Accounts
- Select Flickr account
- Click Reset Data
- Save
- Refresh page (⌘ + R on Mac, Ctrl + R on PC)
This integration automatically displays your latest Flickr photos without manual updates, perfect for keeping your site's gallery fresh and current.
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