# MBLA

> MBLA has 10+ active installs and 49 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 23/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Consider an alternative.** MBLA shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 18 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

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## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 4,147
- **Downloads (30 days):** 49 (-22.2% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** No ratings yet
- **Health score:** 23/100 (At risk)
- **Version:** 0.42
- **Last updated:** May 18, 2008
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 2.6
- **Requires:** WordPress 1.5+
- **Support resolved:** 0 of 0 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** djarnis (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/djarnis/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/mbla/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/avatar/) | #62 | 119 |
| [comment](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/comment/) | >100 | 245 |
| [gravatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gravatar/) | #75 | 89 |
| [mybloglog](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/mybloglog/) | #2 | 4 |
| [style](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/style/) | #89 | 104 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| avatar | >100 | 1,609 |
| comment | >100 | 9,146 |
| gravatar | >100 | 552 |
| mybloglog | #4 | 4 |
| style | >100 | 10,000 |

## Version adoption

- 0.42: 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) | Oct 16, 2026 | 82/100 |
| 2 | [Simple Local Avatars](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/simple-local-avatars/) | 100K+ | 4.6/5 (89) | Aug 19, 2026 | 75/100 |
| 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 | 74/100 |
| 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 15, 2026 | 77/100 |
| 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 – Custom Local Avatars](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/users-profile-picture/) | 4K+ | 5/5 (2) | Oct 11, 2026 | 79/100 |

## Frequently asked questions

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

### Is MBLA safe to use in 2026?
MBLA shows warning signs in 2026 — compare the alternatives below before installing. It runs on 10+ sites and was last updated 18 years ago, and scores 23/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use MBLA?
MBLA is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 4,147 times since it launched in October 2007. It was downloaded 49 times in the last 30 days.

### Does MBLA work with WordPress 7.1?
MBLA is officially tested up to WordPress 2.6, while the latest release is 7.1.3. It may still work, but try it on a staging site first.

### When was MBLA last updated?
The latest version, 0.42, was released on May 18, 2008 (18 years ago).

### Who makes MBLA?
MBLA is developed and maintained by djarnis.

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


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Source: live WordPress.org data · HTML version: https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/mbla/ · Generated 2026-10-17 20:36 UTC by PageForge