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Does anyone know if google indexes images in image search if they are written as a base 64 string?

Does anyone know if google indexes images in image search if they are written as a base 64 string?

We have just found out you can drag and drop images from our desktops into our cms and they come out in base64, which is cool.

Just wondering if there are any SEO drawbacks? I know ie8 has some compatibility issues but am unsure as to any other drawbacks??
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  • Dave Elliott: Does anyone know if google indexes images in image search if they are written as a base 64 string?

    We have just found out you can drag and drop images from our desktops into our cms and they come out in base64, which is cool.

    Just wondering if there are any SEO drawbacks? I know ie8 has some compatibility issues but am unsure as to any other drawbacks?

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