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.
Alternatives to Custom Post Avatar
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Local WebP optimizer for WordPress. Free converts images to WebP; Pro adds AVIF and site-wide image tools.
Replace Gravatar with a custom profile picture from your Media Library, shown everywhere WordPress displays avatars. Lightweight, no settings.
Modern role editor, multiple roles, content control and smart role rules for WordPress.
Author or User Imagev3.0.0
Allow registered users to upload a local avatar image and set an optional default image for the site.
Easy Author Avatar Imagev1.5.1
Upload an author image right from your profile page with the click of a button.
Custom user avatars with no Gravatar account required: upload and manage a local profile picture from any WordPress profile.
Replace default Gravatars with custom profile pictures! Upload from media library or device. Bulk manage all users from one beautiful admin page.
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!