Display lists of user avatars using widgets or shortcodes. With Gutenberg support.
Alternatives to Cat Generator Avatars
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Rathly Profile Avatarsv1.0.0
Replace standard Gravatar with custom uploaded images for author avatars.
Local WebP optimizer for WordPress. Free converts images to WebP; Pro adds AVIF and site-wide image tools.
Modern role editor, multiple roles, content control and smart role rules for WordPress.
WP User Avatarsv2.2.0
Allow registered users to upload and select their own avatars.
Custom user avatars with no Gravatar account required: upload and manage a local profile picture from any WordPress profile.
Replace Gravatar with a custom profile picture from your Media Library, shown everywhere WordPress displays avatars. Lightweight, no settings.
Simple Local Avatarsv2.8.6
Adds an avatar upload field to user profiles. Generates requested sizes on demand just like Gravatar!
Turn user profile pictures into customizable, privacy-first avatars that boost member engagement!
Real Simple Avatarv1.0.4
Local user avatars for WordPress: upload a profile photo, pick a preset, or auto-generate colourful initials. No Gravatar, no Media Library clutter.