How to delete no more usable uploaded files?

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A user reported uploading five files to a forum post but lost access due to an expired token, leaving the files in the forum's memory without a way to delete them. They provided URLs for three of the files but expressed frustration over the inability to remove the unused uploads. The discussion also touched on the advantages of uploading images directly to the forum versus using external sites like Imgur, with a preference for forum uploads to ensure long-term availability of content. Users noted that external sites may delete images over time, which could disrupt thread integrity. The conversation emphasizes the importance of managing uploaded files effectively within forum systems.
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HI,

while writing a post, I opened the attachment window and uploaded 5 files.

When I could go back to the editing window, I found that my token was expired, and could not complete my post.

Unfortunately, I closed all windows. So, now there are 5 unused files in the forum's memory, but I find no way to remove them.

I've saved urls of only 3 of the 5 files:
https://www.physicsforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=61237&stc=1&d=1377788982

https://www.physicsforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=61238&stc=1&d=1377789032

https://www.physicsforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=61239&stc=1&d=1377789100

Regards, Tommaso
 
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Greg Bernhardt said:
Thanks for letting us know. Shouldn't be a big deal.

Also:

Is it better to upload a file (let's say an image) using PF, or an outside site, such as imgur?
 
Crake said:
Is it better to upload a file (let's say an image) using PF, or an outside site, such as imgur?

I think its better to upload on PF because the threads stay intact even after a long time. If you upload them to other image hosting websites, the images may get deleted in future. I don't know about imgur but I have experienced this with tinypic.
 
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