# Custom Profile Picture – Replace Gravatar with Your Own Images

> Custom Profile Picture has 300+ active installs, a 4/5 rating from 4 reviews and 218 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 62/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Custom Profile Picture is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 300+ sites, is rated 4/5 and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 62/100 on our health check.

**Replace default Gravatars with custom profile pictures! Upload from media library or device. Bulk manage all users from one beautiful admin page.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 300+
- **Total downloads:** 1,986
- **Downloads (30 days):** 218 (+6.9% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 4/5 from 4 reviews
- **Health score:** 62/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.0.7
- **Last updated:** Jun 29, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.0.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.6+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 1 of 1 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Iftakharul Islam (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/ifatwp/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/custom-profile-picture/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/avatar/) | #22 | 119 |
| [custom avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/custom-avatar/) | #3 | 14 |
| [gravatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gravatar/) | #16 | 89 |
| [profile picture](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/profile-picture/) | #3 | 15 |
| [user profile](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/user-profile/) | #27 | 78 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| avatar | #45 | 1,534 |
| custom avatar | #12 | 988 |
| gravatar | #4 | 525 |
| profile picture | #4 | 478 |
| user profile | #37 | 4,813 |

## 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 Custom Profile Picture free?
Yes. Custom Profile Picture is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.

### Is Custom Profile Picture safe to use in 2026?
Custom Profile Picture is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 300+ sites, is rated 4/5 and was last updated 3 months ago, and scores 62/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Custom Profile Picture?
Custom Profile Picture is active on 300+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 1,986 times since it launched in July 2025. It was downloaded 218 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Custom Profile Picture work with WordPress 7.1?
Custom Profile Picture is officially tested up to WordPress 7.0.6, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### What PHP version does Custom Profile Picture need?
Custom Profile Picture requires PHP 7.4 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.

### When was Custom Profile Picture last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.7, was released on June 29, 2026 (3 months ago).

### Who makes Custom Profile Picture?
Custom Profile Picture is developed and maintained by Iftakharul Islam.

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


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