Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- BlogSpare currently ranks #222 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #91, first reached on Jun 1, 2026.
- Active installs grew from 200+ when we started tracking it in June 2026 to 300+ today — it crossed the 300+ mark around July 2026.
- It is averaging 8 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 31% versus the month before (12/day).
- The latest release, v3.0.0, shipped on May 30, 2026 (72 days ago) — release #8 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
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Details
| Author | AF themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 3.0.0 |
| Versions released | 8 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-30 |
| Added to directory | 2026-05-01 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.0+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-01 |
Description
BlogSpare is a lightweight, Full Site Editing (FSE) child theme for NewSpare, designed to help you launch professional news, magazine, and blog websites without technical hurdles. By utilizing the native Gutenberg block editor, it solves the complexity of layout design, allowing you to build your entire site using intuitive block patterns. Optimized for Core Web Vitals and speed, BlogSpare ensures your content loads instantly for readers while maintaining high SEO standards for search rankings. It features flexible light and dark color modes for better readability, full WooCommerce integration for digital storefronts, and RTL support for global audiences. Whether you are managing a high-traffic publishing hub or a personal review site, BlogSpare provides a secure, responsive, and easy-to-customize foundation that integrates perfectly with the BlockSpare plugin. View documentation and starter sites at https://afthemes.com/products/blogspare/.
Frequently asked questions
Is BlogSpare a free theme?
Yes — BlogSpare is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is BlogSpare a block theme or a classic theme?
BlogSpare 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 BlogSpare?
WordPress.org reports 300+ active installs.
How popular is BlogSpare?
As of August 10, 2026, BlogSpare ranks #222 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #91.
When was BlogSpare last updated?
BlogSpare was last updated on May 30, 2026 (version 3.0.0). It has shipped 8 releases in total.
Who makes BlogSpare?
BlogSpare is developed by AF themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in May 2026.
