Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Catch Starter currently ranks #6232 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #6213, first reached on Jul 23, 2026.
- The latest release, v2.3.2, shipped on May 26, 2026 (73 days ago) — release #19 since the theme joined the directory in 2018.
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Details
| Author | Catch Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.3.2 |
| Versions released | 19 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-26 |
| Added to directory | 2018-06-25 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.9+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Catch Starter - A free base WordPress theme for designers and developers who are willing to start their journey on the most popular CMS platform, WordPress. Catch Starter WordPress theme comes with minimal design, strong code base and crucial features to build a website of any kind. The theme is extremely easy to customize and you will be able to focus on your content better. Catch Starter WordPress theme is a simple, clean and responsive which displays well in all mobile and desktop devices. The clean and minimal design and a strong code base unified in Catch Starter has made it lighter, simpler to use, secured and extendable to build website that you desire. Catch Starter comes with an array of features—such as, featured content, featured slider, portfolio, services, testimonials, and many more—which are extremely crucial to create a strong online niche. To top it all, this theme is translation ready. So, try our Catch Starter theme and start your journey in WordPress. For more information, check out Theme Instructions at https://catchthemes.com/themes/catch-starter/, support at https://catchthemes.com/support/ and Demo at https://catchthemes.com/demo/catch-starter/
Frequently asked questions
Is Catch Starter a free theme?
Yes — Catch Starter is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Catch Starter a block theme or a classic theme?
Catch Starter is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Catch Starter?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Catch Starter?
As of August 7, 2026, Catch Starter ranks #6232 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #6213.
When was Catch Starter last updated?
Catch Starter was last updated on May 26, 2026 (version 2.3.2). It has shipped 19 releases in total.
Who makes Catch Starter?
Catch Starter is developed by Catch Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in June 2018.
