How to add a Gravatar to your WordPress Blog
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Adding a Gravatar to your WordPress Blog
For the last few weeks I’ve been taking part in the 100 Blog Comment Challenge, which is showing signs of being a huge success for everyone involved. We now have 102 contributors on board so phase one is complete, phase two is to get them all to comment and bookmark each others blog post. I have been following the comments and replies of quite a few blogs and can plainly see that a lot of people are really benefiting from the interaction with other bloggers.
One thing I noticed during the challenge was that quite a few people were having problems Installing Gravatars on their blogs, with some having installed it only to find it was conflicting with another plugin and showing two images.
Being the helpful kind of guy I am 
I decided to make a video and show you how I have it set up on my blog, so that you can simply follow my settings and resolve the issue on yours.
If you want to pause the video as you carry out each step then open another browser tab and have this post displayed on both. That way you can switch between the two and stop start the video as needed and copy or connect from the other. It saves going up and down, back and forth etc.
Before you can take any action you need to go through your pictures and select an image of yourself to use as your gravatar, remember it will be widely seen across the internet so chose wisely. You can always change it later if you wish to .
Ok, here’s the video, I’ll place a Gravatar link and plugins mentioned beneath it. In the bottom right corner there’s a toggle button so you can view in full screen, just press escape to minimize the screen again.
Having got your photo ready you then need to sign up with Gravatar using the same email address that you use for your WordPress blog.
Then open your WordPress admin panel and go to the Plugins section, where you need to click the Add New button and enter WordPress Gravatars.
Following the instruction in the video you will be able to install, activate and configure the settings for the WordPress Gravatars Plugin.
Once you have done that open a new tab and visit your blog to see how it looks.
If you would like to install the comment reply plugin that I show you during the video it’s called WordPress Thread Comment and is installed in exactly the same way as the WordPress Gravatars Plugin.
As mentioned in the video the two plugins have instructions to include your gravatar, so you may see two images but don’t be alarmed as during the video I show you how to overcome this problem.
As always, I appreciate your comments.
I’m back from hospital now but have to spend the next two weeks on bed rest. I’ll reply to all comments upon my return to work.
Until next time, take care
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Hi Barry,
Loved the video, excellent info and just what I needed.
I just need to find a suitable picture and before you know it I’ll be smilling at the world (yahoo).
I’m sure this information will be really helpfull to many others you should post a link in the forum meanwhile I’ll pass the word.
To your success
Michelle
Hi Michelle, welcome back my friend.
I’m thrilled that the video was just what you needed. That’s the best feedback i could’ve asked for.
Thanks for spreading the word Michelle, i’ve added a link in the video section of the forum so hopefully people will see it there.
Good luck finding the photo.
R&R Barry
Hi Barry,
Great video I think it just answered my questions about the other plugins to get them installed I’m off to it.
Thanks Barry
Hi Mike, I’m pleased that you liked the video.
I’ve sent you a PM with regard to the other plugins Mike. If you get stuck let me know and i’ll see what i can do to help.
It’s my 21st wedding anniversary today and i go into hospital next week, but i’m about for the bit in between Mike and will do what i can to help.
Best of luck, Barry
Hi Barry,
I noticed many contributors that did not have a gravatar, so you always checked them for spam. So it is good practice to have gravatars.
Thanks for the video tutorial. It will come in handy
Cheers
Craig
Hi Craig, welcome back my friend.
I’m glad that you liked the video and that you’ll make use of it.
I also noticed many blogs without Gravatars, hence the video. But i didn’t notice the owners comments going into my spam folder (unless they either had a dodgey name or links within their comment). I’ll keep an eye out for that though Craig, thanks.
I’m very interested in your upcoming JV Giveaway, but go into hospital next week so will have to wait until my return. Is it a regular thing Craig?
I’ll pop over and have a read.
Catch up soon, R&R Barry
Hi Barry,
Sorry to hear you are going back into hospital. I have had my fair share of hospital treatments over the years. I hope it is not too serious, as you have mentioned it a few times on this 100 blog comment challenge.
I try and get involved in many JV Giveaways as it is a good way to add new subscribers to my list. I also like to test which giveaways are most successfull for my giveaway products and who is hosting the event.
Cheers
Craig
Hi Craig, thanks for popping back.
This next operation will be the 5th one for the same problem, so fingers crossed on getting the result this time.
JV giveaways are on my list of things to do, so i’ll be over to your blog later today to get the info i need.
Excellent Craig, catch up very soon my friend.
R&R Barry
Twitter: sallyneill
Hey Barry
Fabulous!
I had my gravatar, but this is a great help for those who had problems, it can be an annoying process when you don’t know what your doing.
Your video explained it very clearly, well done.
Everyone always love my gravatar pic, so when you choose one, make it eyecatching if you can.
Sally
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Hi again Sally, I’m really pleased that you liked the video.
I had trouble getting the Gravatars to work on my blog and noticed others having the same issue and thought the video would help people solve the problem. Like you said, it can be very annoying if you can’t figure it out.
I Know what you mean about making the Gravatar picture an eyecatcher. I have a crew cut and dodgey smile, which i think always makes me look villianous, (and that’s without the shades on)
Catch up upon my return Sally
R&R Barry
I was thinking of maybe changing my avatar image shortly so thanks for the reminder.
Hi John, welcome back.
I’m glad the post held something for you.
Thanks for commenting John, catch up upon my return, Barry
I wish you all the best with what you have to do Barry,
Sincerely
John B
Thanks Jonh,
Catch up soon
R&R Barry
Hey Barry,
Once again your subject matter is helpful, I think gravatars add an important personal touch, and give the reader an Identity of the commentor!
The video tutorial is on the money, if people where to ask me who`s your fave Video guy and who would you love to emulate when you finally do get your feet wet producing your own videos and I would have to say ‘Steven Speilberg’,
OK OK i`m just kidding, i would have to say my friend ‘Barry Wells’, the easy flow of your visual teachings, are a ‘can`t wait for the next one’ expierience!
Cheers Barry….Ed.
Hi Ed, thanks for leaving your comment, i’m sorry for the late reply but i’ve just returned to work (part time) after my last operation.
You’re right about the importance of adding a gravatar to our blogs Ed, It does add the personal touch and helps build trust with our readers. I’ve noticed the difference when commenting on other peoples blogs; those that use Gravatars I find easier to communicate with.
Thanks for the compliments on the video Ed, I have more planned. In fact once i’ve caught up with my work load i’ll be putting one together, (after reading your latest post about the same subject).
Catch up very soon my friend,
R&R Barry
Hi Barry
I am just having a break from the 100 challenge, I still have around 30 blogs to visit, it’s a marathon and I don’t know how people with full time jobs manage it.
My blog was showing two gravatar images and my techie fixed it for me. I am highly impressed by your technical knowledge and ability Barry, I am p… poor on that side of things. It’s great to know that people such as yourself are there if help is needed and if ever my techie sacks me I know where to come for advice.
Regards
Bill
Hello Bill, sorry for the late reply to your comment on my blog but i’ve been laid up for 3 weeks after my latest operation. I’m back now but only part time at the moment as i can only sit for a few hours at a time.
I know what you mean about the challenge Bill. I wondered myself how people managed it while continuing their normal working duties. Very impressive is all i could come up with!
Having been away for so long I have lots of catching up to do, obviously blog comments come first then it’ll be a new post and then i’ll be catching up with the challenge and results (which i’ll post to my blog to let everyone know), not to mention visiting everyones blogs and returning comments.
I wouldn’t class myself as a techie person Bill, but if ever i can help just say the word my friend and i’ll do what i can.
Catch up very soon Bill,
R&R Barry
All the best Barry in your recovery and lets hope it’s all A1 OK for you in the future. Bill
Thanks Bill, catch up very soon my friend.
R&R Barry
Barry: Hey. Hope all is well. I thought this was an amazingly helpful post … especially for those of us that are technically challenged
Thanks for passing it along.
Hi Sibyl, thanks for leaving your comment on my blog. Sorry for the delay in replying but i’ve just got back after my latest operation.
I’m really pleased that you liked the video Sibyl, i have more planned (once i’ve caught up with my work load)
Catch up soon my friend,
R&R Barry
Hi Barry
Thanks for the video, the install of the WordPress Gravatar plugin was really easy, however I would add if you do a search for ‘WP Gravatar’ the correct plugin will come up immediately.
I am already using a comment reply plugin called WP Autoresponder. I have done a test on my blog test site, of WP Autoresponder and WP Thread working together. They both help to build a relationship with the visitors that leave comments and, they work fine together.
Hi Igor, thanks for leaving your comment on my blog. Sorry for the delay in my replying but i’ve just returned part time after 3 weeks off for my operation and recovery.
I’m glad that you liked the video and that it made the job really easy for you. There are a few plugins for Gravatars Igor, the one i use is called WordPress Gravatars but WP Gravatar will do the same job.
I would like to know more about the WP Autoresponder plugin and will look into it once i’ve caught up with my work load. Does it add the opt in box below each post?
Once i’ve caught up with my work load i’ll be visiting other blogs and will catch up again then.
R&R Barry
Hi Barry, very much needed post. A lot of people have problems with this. I know I did. Thank you for making it easy for all of us.
Terry Conti
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Hi Terry, thanks for leaving your comment on my blog. Sorry for the delay in my replying but i’ve been laid up after my last operation.
I’m glad that you liked the video and post Terry, i’ve got more planned for the future.
Catch up very soon Terry,
R&R Barry
Good idea to get that out there. I have written about the importance of Gravatars in the past, and bloggers need to take it seriously as a branding tool. Your Gravatar is as important as a business logo.
Hi Brandon, thanks for leaving your comment on my blog. Sorry for the delay in my reply but i’ve been off after an operation.
I’m pleased that you liked the post Brandon. You have raised a very good point about our Gravatars being as important as a business logo for branding our business.
Once i’ve caught up i’ll come and find your blog post about Gravatars Brandon.
Thanks again for your comment,
R&R Barry
You did a great job on showing the step how to add Gravatar to your wordpress blog. It’s always a plus to have useful tool around. Hope you get well soon!
Hi Justin, thanks for leaving your comment on my blog. Sorry for the delay in my replying but i’ve just started getting up again after my operation.
I’m glad that you liked the post and video Justin.
Thanks also for the well wishes.
Catch up very soon, Barry
Hi Barry’
Great stuff Barry on taking the time out and making the video, the way you explained it was to the point and easy to take in. Been reading through your blog, a lot of good information.
Hope you get well soon.
Eamon.
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Hi Eamon, thanks for stopping by and leaving a comment.
Thanks also for the compliments on my blog and this post. I see from your commentluv link that you’re into Resale Rights. You may be interested in my latest post which is another video showing how to upload them and fast edit a salespage with Notepad, for loading onto Turbo Lister ready for listing onto eBay.
I also offer a Brand new product with Resale Rights.
Catch up very soon Eamon,
R&R Barry
Barry,
Thank you so much for the helpful Avatar video. Terry Conti gave me your name to get this question answered, and you did exactly that. I’ve finished week six of the Masterclass and am enjoying the progress and learning experience. The quality help I’m finding with alumni of the program is just amazing. Your blog and video instruction deepens my confidence that this group of people is just top notch.
I’m looking forward to learning more from you in the months ahead.
Glen
Hi Glen, welcome to my blog.
I’m glad that the video answered all of your questions and helped you get your Gravatar set up. Be sure to check out my other videos as I cover quite a bit in them; you’ll find the link on the right of the screen
The Masterclass is an excellent course and like you said the support from previous students is priceless. If ever you get any concerns or quieries the forum should be your first port of call.
I’ll be sure to visit your blog very soon Glen,
Catch up then,
Barry
Barry,
It might help to use the correct email to make the Avatar work!!
Always learning.
Ha ha, yes that always helps Glen
You’ve got it working now my friend, well done. It’s a nice feeling when you learn, apply and get results isn’t it.
Good on you Glen,
Catch up soon
R&R Barry
Twitter: bryanmch
Hi Barry,
Excellent explaination mate.
I will bookmark this and when anyone asks me about gravatar will direct them here.
Did not fix my hick-up…have decided to go back to the original theme I had…All works OK here.
Thanks for your time Barry…have a great weekend.
Being Easter and Anzac day we get a 5 day weekend.
Woo hoo
Thanks again for your help.
Cheers
Bryan
Hi Bryan, I’m glad you liked the video and sorry that it didn’t fix the problem.
Have a great weekend, five days is a week mate…..mind you we have four days off here in the UK and five days next week for the wedding…….still waiting for the invite
Catch up soon Bryan
R&R Barry
Hello Barry,
I finally done with my Gravatar…after several problem how to find my picture (read : link) … after everything, I finally saw Link to my Gravatar there on Gravatar site
finally…. Now it must work too, my picture.
Thank you for this knowledge !
I wish you nice, sunny weekend Barry !
Alex
Hi Alex,
I can see that you have successfully completed adding your gravatar as your picture is visable here with your comment
Well done my friend that’s another task you’ve completed this weekend.
Catch up soon,
Respect and Regards, Barry
Hi,
my husband has told me about this and I have managed too. Nice Barry and thank you for this. I’m helping my Alex with my site and hope that he’ll success with this John’s Thornhill MasterClass too.
Regards
Alex
Hi Sanya, welcome to my blog.
It’s good to see that you’re helping Alex, two heads are better than one
Alex has achieved a lot this weekend by getting certain tasks done on his blog.
I can see there’s a little confusion though Sanya as his gravatar is here for your comment, but I see from the next comment that you have solved the problem Well done, both of you.
With you both helping eachother I know that you’ll make a success of the Masterclass, just keep pushing eachother and you’ll both get there.
Respect and Regards,
Barry
Barry,
you can see Alex picture (I think up there) in my first Comment. I have commented from Alex PC and I think that is because that.
bye
Sanya
Hi again Sanya,
Yes you’re correct, the mix up was from using Alex’s details. The Gravatar (picture) being left is in relation to the email address used when leaving a comment.
So to leave your picture use the email address you used when setting up your account with gravatar, as you have done for this comment.
Catch up soon Sanya
Barry
Twitter: jeremyruggles
Hi Barry,
Thanks a lot for this great video! I was a but mixed up with adding gravatars and threading my comments section. But, it’s all straightened out now thanks to your video.
Take care,
~Jeremy
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Hi Jeremy, glad it helped mate. If you need anything further just let me know mate
Thanks Jeremy,
Barry