That Imodium ad at the top of KT is driving me crazy!

16 years ago

It keeps expanding then collapsing when I go to and from posts. It is driving me nuts! Is there anyway to stop it from doing that or getting rid of it?

I went to click on "Return to Kitchen Table" and it expanded and I clicked on it and it opened a new page. I know the ads pay for the forum, etc but I don't have to like annoying ones like this one.

Clare

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azzalea
16 years ago
I'm about ready to head out of here today. Everytime I click on one post, I get another one, because of that darned add. It's especially annoying for a migraine sufferer to have the print on the screen jumping up and down.
maddielee
16 years ago
Me, Too!!!

EXTREMELY Annoying...now I know I will never buy Imodium or Elation.
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western_pa_luann
16 years ago
"Is there anyway to stop it from doing that or getting rid of it?"

Use FireFox...
and adding AdBlock Plus to it would be great!
lydia1959
16 years ago
Luann is right! Changing your browser to Firefox should take care of the problem. I don't get any ads here.
sue_va
16 years ago
I don't see that, or any other ads.

If you are using IE I believe there is a pop-up blocker there somewhere. I use Firefox with Adblock.

Don't blame Imodium, it could well be your browser and settings! :0)

Sue
maryanntx
16 years ago
I use IE and no pop-up blocker, but I don't have any ads.
czech_chick
16 years ago
Same here - I have IE and do not see the Imodium ad!

~ Carol ~
caflowerluver
Original Author
16 years ago
I am using IE and I do have the pop up blocker on which blocks most of them. This must be a different kind of ad with the opening and closing so it gets by the pop up blocker. Maybe I will try Firefox.
Clare
rosemaryt
16 years ago
It's driving me nuts, too. I'm ready to stop visiting this site TODAY 'cause of this ad.

Rose
jayokie
16 years ago
glad I'm not the only being irriated. Can't use firefox since I'm at work on lunch break.
lindaohnowga
16 years ago
My IE protects me at other sites from these pop-up ads, but is not working for this one, and yes, it is VERY frustrating.
judy_jay
16 years ago
Yes, it's driving me nuts-o. How long does this last anyway? I have a pop-up blocker but it's not doing anything about this ad. Very frustrating & irritating!
justlinda
16 years ago
I'm totally annoyed...as a matter of fact their advertising like this doesn't work with me, because I didn't realize that it was Imodium until I read this thread. Now I will probably go out of my way to avoid buying this product, although I know it's not their fault. Maybe they'll be able to control how their ad is shown if they know we won't buy it because of this method. My opinion only.
sue_va
16 years ago
Not to be pushy, but why not try Firefox?

Take control.

Sue

Here is a link that might be useful: Firefox
maddielee
16 years ago
Sue...why should we add a different browser if Gardenweb is the only site we have this problem?

I'm serious in my question.

I have zip computer knowledge. I log on to AOL and go from there.
good36
16 years ago
You have to close it out EVERY page then it won't keep "bouncin" you around. I hate it too.
lynn_d
16 years ago
I don't see it, but I have noticed that if I am not logged in then I see ads all over the place. As soon as I log in they disappear.
patruth
16 years ago
I hate that ad too, but if you ever have the problem that Imodium is for you'll be happy to buy it.
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kathi_mdgd
16 years ago
It's driving me nuts also,and like the other poster i'm not sooooooooooooooo computor savvy that i can start adding other browsers just to get rid of it.This is the only site i have problems with the ads,and that immodium one is like a mexican jumping bean,bouncing all over the darn place.
kathi
taigen_gw
16 years ago
I have to agree the ad is driving me nuts too! I use IE and have a blocker but this one gets through. Hard to read the threads because it keeps bouncing back and forth. I also seem to have problems going back to the main page.
How do you get and install firefox?
Is it Vista compatable? I've had tons of troubles with this new machine...scared to try anything on it.
kayjones
16 years ago
If you are a member and sign in, it goes away - I just did so, and it's gone.
sue_va
16 years ago
Maddielee, I can't really answer your question, but I guess it has something to do with the way iVillage codes the ads. And of course you don't have to add another browser. It is kinda like taking an aspirin if you have a headache I guess.

I do know that if I have a problem, any problem, that upsets me I do whatever it takes to solve the problem.

Don't be afraid of trying something new on your computer. That is part of the fun. :0)

Firefox has many features that IE doesn't. IE is popular because it comes on your machine and therefore it is ready to go. There are other browsers that are available also. I prefer FF.

I suggest following the link and just read up on FF. Then decide.

Sue
donna37
16 years ago
IE here with a pop up blocker and I don't see any ads. Only time I ever to is once in a blue moon I have to log back in, and then they go away.
kathy813
16 years ago
I'm logged in and have FireFox and I still get the ad.
lindyluwho
16 years ago
No ad here with Firefox.

Linda
caflowerluver
Original Author
16 years ago
I am signed in and I still get the ad. I had to go away from GW for awhile because it is on every forum. I really hate it when they do this.
Clare
kickypants
16 years ago
At least its not just me! I have IE ....can't block this one. Designers need to change this or else loose alot of people. Besides it is making me very snitty at the Imodium people too!
workoutlady
16 years ago
I'm logged in and I have firefox and adaware. It is still coming up. Not sure what I'm doing wrong, if anything.
kathi_mdgd
16 years ago
I'm also logged in and still get it.I logged off and went to eat dinner.I came back,and when i clicked on the "sewing forum",it bounced just as i did it and i got the "Grieving forum" instead.Took me a minute to figure out what happened.

Stupid AD !!!
Kathi
dibby
16 years ago
I'm glad I scrolled down, I was just about to start a thread re: this annoying ad. I just had my computer cleaned out and serviced and don't usually have any problem with pop-ups, but this one is really obnoxious.
mtnwomanbc
16 years ago
No problem here. I had a similar problem last year with the South Beach ads. I switched to Opera (for my mac) and I've never had any problems since. Firefox didn't stop those ads, either.

Opera isn't compatible with some of the video sites, but I switch to firefox or IE when I need to.
sue_va
16 years ago
Kathy 813, I'm logged in and have FireFox and I still get the ad. When you downloaded FF did you also download the extension ADBLOCK?

Scissors, I'm logged in and I have firefox and adaware. It is ADBLOCK that you want with FF. You should also have AdAware, it is Anti SpyWare.

Have any of you contacted Tamara and expressed your displeasure?

Sue
justlinda
16 years ago
Thank goodness. Just logged back into the KT, and that obnoxious ad has disappeared!
Lily316
16 years ago
It disappeared because everyone was complaining about it and many said they will never buy the product. I emailed iVillage..

That Imodium ad at the top of KT is driving me crazy!

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