How can I create an HTML mail that loads an image from an external server?

Question

I want to create an HTML mail that embeds an image. However, I don't want Thunderbird to inline this image in any way. Rather, the image, located on a web server, should be loaded from this web server when the mail is opened.

Is it possible using popular mail clients (I am on Mac) or do I need to use mail service providers such as Litmus or Acid Email?

Answer 1

For Thunderbird, insert the image into your message using the Insert -> Image... command.

In the Image Location: field enter the URL to the image you want to insert.

Ensure the Attach this image to the message checkbox is not checked.