Active installs
100K+
0% of tracked installs
Rank
#318
Peak #318
Downloads / day
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Downloads (7d)
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All-time downloads
2.5M
Days tracked
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Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Simple Local Avatars currently ranks #318 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
- The latest release, v2.8.6, shipped on May 11, 2026 (88 days ago) — release #39 since the plugin joined the directory in 2011.
Ranking history
Active installs
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Details
| Author | 10up |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.8.6 |
| Versions released | 39 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-11 |
| Added to directory | 2011-01-17 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.6+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-06 |
Description
Adds an avatar upload field to user profiles. Generates requested sizes on demand just like Gravatar!
Frequently asked questions
Is Simple Local Avatars a free plugin?
Yes — Simple Local Avatars is a free, open-source (GPL) plugin distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
How many websites use Simple Local Avatars?
WordPress.org reports 100K+ active installs.
How popular is Simple Local Avatars?
As of August 6, 2026, Simple Local Avatars ranks #318 in the WordPress.org popular plugins list.
When was Simple Local Avatars last updated?
Simple Local Avatars was last updated on May 11, 2026 (version 2.8.6). It has shipped 39 releases in total.
Who makes Simple Local Avatars?
Simple Local Avatars is developed by 10up. It joined the WordPress.org plugin directory in January 2011.
