WP About Author

Add clean, customizable author bios to your posts, pages, and archives, no code required. WP About Author extends the default WordPress user profile with fields for popular social networks and displays the bio wherever you choose. Layout options include left, right, or centered avatar placement, with border and background customizations that blend into any theme.

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What it does

This plugin is the easiest way to add a customizable author bio below your posts. The plugin works right out of the box with WordPress built in profiles.

Customization capabilities include

This plugin also expands your profile page by adding fields for popular social media services so it’s easier for readers to follow your authors.

Check out some screenshots of WP About Author on WordPress.org

Customization

  • Three border styles to match any theme
  • Change background color with easy to use color picker
  • Display settings allow you to control when to display author bios
  • Display text links or icons to a users social media profiles
  • Change the size and shape of your avatar

Installation

  • Upload the 'wp-about-author' folder to the '/wp-content/plugins/' directory
  • Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
  • Edit your WordPress user profile
  • Use the settings page to choose when to display bios