Set a custom profile image (avatar) for a user using the standard WordPress media upload tool.
Alternatives to Default Gravatar Sans
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Local WebP optimizer for WordPress. Free converts images to WebP; Pro adds AVIF and site-wide image tools.
Use any image from your WordPress Media Library as a custom user avatar or user profile picture. Add your own Default Avatar.
Adds an avatar upload field to user profiles. Generates requested sizes on demand just like Gravatar!
The official Gravatar plugin, featuring privacy-focused settings, easy profile updates, and customizable Gravatar Profile blocks.
Replace default Gravatars with custom profile pictures! Upload from media library or device. Bulk manage all users from one beautiful admin page.
Local user avatars for WordPress: upload a profile photo, pick a preset, or auto-generate colourful initials. No Gravatar, no Media Library clutter.
Simple User Avatar helps users to add or remove their avatar using images from his Media Library.
Custom user avatars with no Gravatar account required: upload and manage a local profile picture from any WordPress profile.
Easily upload and use custom profile avatars in WordPress. Disable Gravatar and keep everything local.