Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Charta currently ranks #3333 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- The latest release, v1.1.0, shipped on Aug 7, 2026 (today) — release #4 since the theme joined the directory in 2022.
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Details
| Author | ThemeZee |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1.0 |
| Versions released | 4 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-07 |
| Added to directory | 2022-04-08 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.9+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-07 |
Description
Charta is an experimental block theme featuring a classic two column layout with a right sidebar. With its clean and modern design the theme is perfectly suited for starting a simple blog or news site. Without many bells and whistles, it is an easy way to try out the new Full Site Editing experience of WordPress.
Frequently asked questions
Is Charta a free theme?
Yes — Charta is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Charta a block theme or a classic theme?
Charta 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 Charta?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is Charta?
As of August 7, 2026, Charta ranks #3333 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
When was Charta last updated?
Charta was last updated on August 7, 2026 (version 1.1.0). It has shipped 4 releases in total.
Who makes Charta?
Charta is developed by ThemeZee. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in April 2022.
