Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Chanson currently ranks #4916 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- The latest release, v1.0.3, shipped on May 12, 2025 (452 days ago) — release #3 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
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Details
| Author | Automattic |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.3 |
| Versions released | 3 |
| Last updated | 2025-05-12 |
| Added to directory | 2024-09-15 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Chanson is an homage to Édith Piaf. It is direct and undisguised, echoing a somewhat simpler time when webpages were just hypertext documents—without ornament nor unnecessary adorn, straightforward and classic.
Frequently asked questions
Is Chanson a free theme?
Yes — Chanson is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Chanson a block theme or a classic theme?
Chanson 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 Chanson?
WordPress.org reports 60+ active installs.
How popular is Chanson?
As of August 7, 2026, Chanson ranks #4916 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
When was Chanson last updated?
Chanson was last updated on May 12, 2025 (version 1.0.3). It has shipped 3 releases in total.
Who makes Chanson?
Chanson is developed by Automattic. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in September 2024.
