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· Current rank #355
Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- ChromeBlog currently ranks #355 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #344, first reached on Jul 25, 2026.
- It is averaging 5 downloads/day over the last 30 days, up 8% versus the month before (4/day).
- The latest release, v1.1.0, shipped on Feb 19, 2026 (169 days ago) — release #5 since the theme joined the directory in 2023.
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Details
| Author | AF themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1.0 |
| Versions released | 5 |
| Last updated | 2026-02-19 |
| Added to directory | 2023-03-27 |
| Requires WordPress | — |
| Requires PHP | 5.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-23 |
Description
Chrome Blog is a powerful free WordPress theme for blog and news. The theme comes with a number of free starting demo sites that can be easily imported to build a fantastic online journal. The theme is completely widgetized, with 9+ unique widgets and widget sections that allow users to alter site content. It also has a bright and dark color option for reading articles and blog posts in style. It also comes with a number of essential customizer options for constructing a visually appealing news site. You may configure it as you see fit before making any changes with the live customizer.It supports Gutenberg blocks and RTL, as well as the WooCommerce plugin, allowing you to use our newspaper theme in conjunction with an online store. The theme is suitable for blog, news, magazine, publishing, or review websites, as well as for blogging. It's well-designed to help the website rank better in search engines, and users will get fantastic support from the team if they have any problems while using it. Find all demos and documentaion at https://afthemes.com/products/chromenews/chromeblog/
Frequently asked questions
Is ChromeBlog a free theme?
Yes — ChromeBlog is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory. The author also offers a paid upgrade with additional features.
Is ChromeBlog a block theme or a classic theme?
ChromeBlog is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use ChromeBlog?
WordPress.org reports 2K+ active installs.
How popular is ChromeBlog?
As of August 7, 2026, ChromeBlog ranks #355 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #344.
When was ChromeBlog last updated?
ChromeBlog was last updated on February 19, 2026 (version 1.1.0). It has shipped 5 releases in total.
Who makes ChromeBlog?
ChromeBlog is developed by AF themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in March 2023.
