How to fix: Invalid image link

Use a complete URL that starts with http:// or https:// and links to an image or a product page

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Why this issue is happening

The value that you've submitted for the image link [image_link] attribute doesn't follow the minimum requirements for that attribute. As a result, we're unable to show your image and can't show your product in ads or free listings.

How to fix the issue

Adjust the value you've submitted for the image link [image_link] attribute. Ensure that it is a URL that stars with http:// or https:// and links to a valid destination such as an image or a landing page.

Fix products one by one directly in Merchant Center

Step 1 Go to Products in Merchant Center, then select the Needs attention tab.

Step 2 Use the filter icon above the table to find all products affected by your issue.

Step 3 Click on the title of the product you want to fix, then click Edit product.

Step 4 Make sure you've submitted a URL for the image link [image_link] attribute that follows the requirements.

Step 5 Select Save.

Fix multiple products at once

Step 1 Go to Products in Merchant Center, then select the Needs attention tab.

Step 2 Use the filter icon above the table to find all products affected by your issue.

Step 3 Select the download icon to download a list (.csv) of all affected products for all issues or this particular issue.

Step 4 Cross reference the downloaded list with your uploaded product data, and ensure you've submitted a URL for the image link [image_link] attribute that follows the requirements.

Step 5 Reupload your corrected product data to Merchant Center using your chosen upload method.


Next steps

After making the requested changes, your changes may take 24–72 hours to be reflected on the “Needs attention” page.

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