You’ve seen gravatars that look pretty cool and you’ve seen far too many that scream “I’m generic because I still don’t understand all this web stuff!”
So why should you care?
Having an avatar other than the basic, auto-generated graphic, next to your name boosts legitimacy and can ramp up your web traffic.
Wondering how to make it happen?
Here’s how you do it:
- Go to Gravitar.com
- Click “sign up now”
- Type in your email, then click “sign up”.
- You’ll receive and email with an activation link (click it).
- Pick a username and password.
- Add an image by clicking the “add image” link. Gravitar can then pull images from your computer, the web or a webcam attached to your computer.
- Choose “file” and find the graphic you want to use on your computer.
- Crop the image until you’re satisfied with the final appearance. Remember, this is how you’ll be instantly judged, so invest a little time in your choice or hire a pro.
- When asked to rate your avatar, select “G” (unless you want to risk being blocked). And make double sure it’s a G-rated avatar or you’ll lose credibility.
- Your comments on blogs (which you’ll surely make, right!) and forums all over the web will have your unique stamp… your custom avatar.
And c’est ‘voila – you’re head and shoulders, or whatever else you put in your avatar, will stand out from the madding crowd.
All the best and welcome to the next level of the web,
Chris
@WebMindSet @ 14,000 ft & everywhere else.
