Netlify has introduced a new feature that allows users to customize their user avatar directly within the Netlify app, without needing to hook their account to a Git provider. This update provides more flexibility and personalization options for Netlify collaborators, who can now upload, add, or remove their avatar using images or gifs. Users can configure this setting by going to User settings > General > Personal information > Edit settings, then selecting Upload image. The new feature supports both still images and gifs, allowing users to personalize their profiles with a custom image.