Draftly Classic Premium available
2.5★ (2 ratings) · Current rank #1644
Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Draftly currently ranks #1644 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #1639, first reached on Jul 27, 2026.
- The latest release, v5.9, shipped on Jun 5, 2026 (63 days ago) — release #30 since the theme joined the directory in 2020.
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Details
| Author | Superb |
|---|---|
| Current version | 5.9 |
| Versions released | 30 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-05 |
| Added to directory | 2020-11-23 |
| Requires WordPress | — |
| Requires PHP | 4.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Draftly is a modern, elegant, and minimalist free WordPress theme suitable for bloggers, writers, newspapers, and news sites. This responsive theme is designed to be used for anything, from food, fashion, travel, and lifestyle to movies, clothing, and personal writing. It is search engine optimized (SEO), mobile-friendly, and includes a sidebar with widgets, Adsense, and affiliate links. The theme is simple, clean, and author-focused, making it perfect for business or personal use, portfolio, and writing. It comes with Elementor, a lightweight page builder, and is compatible with Visual Composer and Beaver Builder. This multi-purpose theme is customizable and beginner-friendly, making it perfect for startups, agency firms, and corporate use. It also includes schema markup and is translation-ready, making it easy to use for everyone. Gutenberg support is included, making it an excellent choice for beginners and advanced users alike.
Frequently asked questions
Is Draftly a free theme?
Yes — Draftly 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 Draftly a block theme or a classic theme?
Draftly is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Draftly?
WordPress.org reports 900+ active installs.
How popular is Draftly?
As of August 7, 2026, Draftly ranks #1644 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #1639.
When was Draftly last updated?
Draftly was last updated on June 5, 2026 (version 5.9). It has shipped 30 releases in total.
Who makes Draftly?
Draftly is developed by Superb. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in November 2020.
