Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Blockstarter currently ranks #1283 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #1265, first reached on Aug 1, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.1.8, shipped on Feb 21, 2026 (168 days ago) — release #19 since the theme joined the directory in 2023.
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Details
| Author | Atanas Yonkov |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1.8 |
| Versions released | 19 |
| Last updated | 2026-02-21 |
| Added to directory | 2023-11-21 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.1+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Blockstarter is a lightweight starter block theme. It empowers you to take advantage of the latest full site editing experience in WordPress. The theme is extremely lightweight - only 30KB compressed file size without the fonts and images. No additional libraries or any unnecessary code to slow you down - only core Gutenberg blocks have been used. At the same time, we have made sure the theme is compatible with all the popular plugins and it even supports the good old Classic editor. Feel free to modify it, use it to learn how to create your own block theme or design your next awesome project. Theme demo: https://blockstarter-demo.nasiothemes.com/ Theme documentation: https://nasiothemes.com/blockstarter-theme-documentation/
Frequently asked questions
Is Blockstarter a free theme?
Yes — Blockstarter is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Blockstarter a block theme or a classic theme?
Blockstarter is a block theme: it is built for WordPress Full Site Editing, so headers, footers and templates are edited visually in the block editor.
How many websites use Blockstarter?
WordPress.org reports 500+ active installs.
How popular is Blockstarter?
As of August 8, 2026, Blockstarter ranks #1283 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #1265.
When was Blockstarter last updated?
Blockstarter was last updated on February 21, 2026 (version 1.1.8). It has shipped 19 releases in total.
Who makes Blockstarter?
Blockstarter is developed by Atanas Yonkov. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in November 2023.
