Add a simple avatar upload field to user profiles for custom profile pictures, with automatic resizing and real-time updates.
As of April 2026, Kilho's Simple Avatar is a WordPress user plugin with 0 active installations and a 0/5 rating0. It has been downloaded 785 times in total. Requires WordPress false+ and PHP false+. Available on WordPress.org since 2024. Last updated 1 year ago — may have compatibility concerns. Top alternative: User Role Editor.
Custom Profile Picture Upload: Users can upload their own avatars directly from the frontend or the “Edit Profile” screen, allowing for a personalized profile picture experience.
Automatic Thumbnail Generation: When users upload a new avatar, the plugin automatically generates resized images (thumbnails) for optimal display in different contexts.
Real-Time Avatar Update: The plugin provides a smooth and intuitive user experience by allowing users to preview their avatar changes instantly, without having to refresh the page.
Simple File Handling: Supports JPEG, PNG, and GIF formats, ensuring compatibility with common image types.
Fully Integrated with WordPress User Profiles: The custom avatar replaces the default Gravatar for each user, while still keeping Gravatar as a fallba…
| WordPress | false+ requiredTested up to 6.6.5 |
| PHP | false+ required |
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