Default Avatars
This WordPress plugin will generate a default avatar for each user. Each default avatar is likely to be unique.
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Default Avatars shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
- Small user base (<10 active installs)
- Very few reviews so far
- No update in 2 years
- Only tested up to WordPress 6.4 (latest is 7.1)
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Daily downloads
Download spikes usually follow a new release — each site that auto-updates counts as a download.
Rankings
Where Default Avatars stands todayWordPress.org search rankings
Live position in the plugin search, top 100| Keyword | Position |
|---|---|
| avatars | >100 |
| users | >100 |
About Default Avatars
From the official readme · v1.0.1Description
This WordPress plugin will generate a default avatar for each user. Each default avatar is likely to be unique.
Requirements
You will need to compile PHP with the GD library for this plugin to work.
Frequently asked questions
Where are the images stored?
The images are generated by the plugin and a copy is stored in the uploads folder.
What is the approximate file size of each generated image?
3 KB.
Why are the images blank?
Blank images are displayed when something is wrong. For example a blank image will be displayed if the GD library isn’t available.
Why are the images broken?
Broken images are displayed if the images in your uploads folder can’t be accessed. This may happen if your server is behind a firewall.
What default avatar types are available?
Pixicon Leticon
How can I change the default avatar type?
Go to “Settings” and then “Discussion” and then select an option under the “Default Avatar” section.
Where should I submit bug reports?
Please open a GitHub issue.
Changelog
See changelog.txt for a full list of changes to this plugin.
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FAQ
Default Avatars: quick answers
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Is Default Avatars free?
Yes. Default Avatars is free to download and use from the official WordPress.org plugin directory.
Is Default Avatars safe to use in 2026?
Default Avatars shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. Was last updated 2 years ago, and scores 21/100 on our health check.
How many websites use Default Avatars?
Default Avatars is active on <10 WordPress websites and has been downloaded 739 times since it launched in April 2024. It was downloaded 37 times in the last 30 days.
Does Default Avatars work with WordPress 7.1?
Default Avatars is officially tested up to WordPress 6.4.12, while the latest release is 7.1.2. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.
What PHP version does Default Avatars need?
Default Avatars requires PHP 8.1 or higher. Most hosts run PHP 8.x today, so it works on any modern WordPress hosting.
When was Default Avatars last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.1, was released on April 16, 2024 (2 years ago).
Who makes Default Avatars?
Default Avatars is developed and maintained by Toucah Plugins.
What are the best alternatives to Default Avatars?
The most popular alternatives to Default Avatars are Avatar Manager (5K+ installs), WP First Letter Avatar (2K+ installs) and IntenseDebate Comments (500+ installs).
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