The Gravatar is a personalized avatar that can be used to represent the sender of an email message. Created by Gary Smith in 2006, it was initially known as the "Gravatar Image Verification" but was later renamed to its current name.
One of the main features of the Gravatar is its ability to generate personalized avatars based on user-provided information. Users can upload a photo of themselves and add tags or keywords to describe them, which are then used to create a unique Gravatar profile.
Another key feature of the Gravatar is its integration with popular social media platforms such as Gmail, Yahoo, Outlook, and AOL. Users can link their Gravatar to their accounts and use it in place of an email address or username.
Gravatars are also used in various other contexts, including online profiles and personal branding. They provide a unique way to represent oneself online and can be used to build a personal brand or to establish one's identity.