# Avatar Project

> Avatar Project has 10+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 46 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 30/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** Avatar Project shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

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## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 2,479
- **Downloads (30 days):** 46 (+76.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 30/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 1.0.2
- **Last updated:** Nov 16, 2017
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 4.9.33
- **Requires:** WordPress 4.8+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** justnorris (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/justnorris/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/avatar-project/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/avatar/) | #81 | 119 |
| [avatars](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/avatars/) | #19 | 33 |
| [comment](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/comment/) | >100 | 246 |
| [custom avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-avatar/) | #11 | 14 |
| [gravatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gravatar/) | #62 | 89 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| avatar | >100 | 1,534 |
| avatars | >100 | 1,533 |
| comment | >100 | 8,883 |
| custom avatar | >100 | 988 |
| gravatar | >100 | 525 |

## Version adoption

- 1.0: 100%

## Alternatives

| # | Name | Active installs | Rating | Updated | Health |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | [Gravatar Enhanced – Avatars, Profiles, and Privacy](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/gravatar-enhanced/) | 100K+ | 5/5 (3) | Mar 17, 2026 | 54/100 |
| 2 | [Simple Local Avatars](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-local-avatars/) | 100K+ | 4.6/5 (89) | Aug 19, 2026 | 90/100 |
| 3 | [One User Avatar / User Profile Picture](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/one-user-avatar/) | 100K+ | 4.7/5 (41) | Aug 21, 2026 | 76/100 |
| 4 | [User Profile Picture](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/metronet-profile-picture/) | 40K+ | 4.6/5 (59) | Jul 9, 2026 | 80/100 |
| 5 | [Basic User Avatars](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/basic-user-avatars/) | 20K+ | 4.7/5 (42) | Nov 15, 2024 | 49/100 |
| 6 | [WP User Avatars](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/wp-user-avatars/) | 20K+ | 4.5/5 (29) | Oct 1, 2026 | 88/100 |
| 7 | [Simple User Avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-user-avatar/) | 20K+ | 4.6/5 (19) | Sep 24, 2026 | 72/100 |
| 8 | [Meks Smart Author Widget](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/meks-smart-author-widget/) | 10K+ | 4.5/5 (8) | Jul 23, 2024 | 29/100 |
| 9 | [Leira Letter Avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/leira-letter-avatar/) | 6K+ | 4.9/5 (28) | Dec 18, 2025 | 50/100 |
| 10 | [User Profile Picture](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/users-profile-picture/) | 4K+ | 5/5 (2) | Jun 7, 2026 | 64/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

### Is Avatar Project free?
Yes. Avatar Project is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Avatar Project safe to use in 2026?
Avatar Project shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 9 years ago, and scores 30/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Avatar Project?
Avatar Project is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 2,479 times since it launched in November 2017. It was downloaded 46 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Avatar Project work with WordPress 7.1?
Avatar Project is officially tested up to WordPress 4.9.33, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was Avatar Project last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.2, was released on November 16, 2017 (9 years ago).

### Who makes Avatar Project?
Avatar Project is developed and maintained by justnorris.

### What are the best alternatives to Avatar Project?
The most popular alternatives to Avatar Project are Gravatar Enhanced (100K+ installs), Simple Local Avatars (100K+ installs) and One User Avatar (100K+ installs).


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