# Real Simple Avatar

> Real Simple Avatar has 10+ active installs, a 5/5 rating from 1 reviews and 260 downloads in the last 30 days. Health score 77/100, keyword rankings, version adoption and the best alternatives.

**Verdict: Solid choice.** Real Simple Avatar is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 6 days ago, and scores 77/100 on our health check.

**Local user avatars for WordPress: upload a profile photo, pick a preset, or auto-generate colourful initials. No Gravatar, no Media Library clutter.**

## Key facts

- **Overall rank:** —
- **Active installs:** 10+
- **Total downloads:** 543
- **Downloads (30 days):** 260 (+409.8% vs previous 30 days)
- **Rating:** 5/5 from 1 reviews
- **Health score:** 77/100 (Good)
- **Version:** 1.0.4
- **Last updated:** Sep 27, 2026
- **Tested up to:** WordPress 7.1.2
- **Requires:** WordPress 5.0+, PHP 7.4+
- **Support resolved:** 1 of 1 threads (last 2 months)
- **Developer:** Alexandra (https://pageforge.pro/directory/authors/avsalexandra/)
- **WordPress.org:** https://wordpress.org/plugins/real-simple-avatar/

## Category rankings

| Category | Rank | Plugins |
|---|---|---|
| [avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/avatar/) | #97 | 119 |
| [gravatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/gravatar/) | #75 | 89 |
| [local avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/local-avatar/) | #2 | 3 |
| [profile picture](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/profile-picture/) | #13 | 15 |
| [user avatar](https://pageforge.pro/directory/plugins/tag/user-avatar/) | #6 | 6 |

## WordPress.org search positions

| Keyword | Position | Results |
|---|---|---|
| avatar | #18 | 1,525 |
| gravatar | #57 | 523 |
| local avatar | #9 | 368 |
| profile picture | #61 | 475 |
| user avatar | #38 | 1,221 |

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

### Is Real Simple Avatar safe to use in 2026?
Real Simple Avatar is a solid plugin choice in 2026, with a few things worth checking first. It runs on 10+ sites, is rated 5/5 and was last updated 6 days ago, and scores 77/100 on our health check.

### How many websites use Real Simple Avatar?
Real Simple Avatar is active on 10+ WordPress websites and has been downloaded 543 times since it launched in April 2026. It was downloaded 260 times in the last 30 days.

### Does Real Simple Avatar work with WordPress 7.1?
Yes. The developer has tested Real Simple Avatar up to WordPress 7.1.2, the latest release. It requires WordPress 5.0 or newer.

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

### When was Real Simple Avatar last updated?
The latest version, 1.0.4, was released on September 27, 2026 (6 days ago).

### Who makes Real Simple Avatar?
Real Simple Avatar is developed and maintained by Alexandra.

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


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