Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Free Press Newspaper currently ranks #65 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #46, first reached on Jul 22, 2026.
- It is averaging 28 downloads/day over the last 30 days.
- The latest release, v1.1, shipped on Jul 7, 2026 (35 days ago) — release #2 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
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Details
| Author | SuperbThemes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2026-07-07 |
| Added to directory | 2026-07-07 |
| Requires WordPress | — |
| Requires PHP | 4.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-22 |
Description
Free Press Newspaper is a clean, classic newspaper style theme. It is made for publishers who want a simple, structured layout for a news site, magazine, or editorial blog. The front page uses a scannable press-style feed, with featured images, headlines, dates, and excerpts presented in a clear card layout. On smaller screens, the design shifts into a stacked, centered view for easier mobile reading. The theme includes a flexible header with logo support, optional banner areas, widget sections for ads or promotions, a right-hand sidebar, a three-column footer, desktop dropdown menus, and an off-canvas mobile menu. Colors for key areas such as the header, navigation, blog feed, sidebar, buttons, and footer can be adjusted in the WordPress Customizer. Basic accessibility features are included.
Frequently asked questions
Is Free Press Newspaper a free theme?
Yes — Free Press Newspaper is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Free Press Newspaper a block theme or a classic theme?
Free Press Newspaper is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Free Press Newspaper?
WordPress.org reports 300+ active installs.
How popular is Free Press Newspaper?
As of August 10, 2026, Free Press Newspaper ranks #65 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #46.
When was Free Press Newspaper last updated?
Free Press Newspaper was last updated on July 7, 2026 (version 1.1). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes Free Press Newspaper?
Free Press Newspaper is developed by SuperbThemes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in July 2026.
