Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Grow iNews currently ranks #7436 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #7292, first reached on Jul 28, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.3, shipped on Feb 24, 2026 (167 days ago) — release #4 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
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Details
| Author | ThinkUpThemes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.3 |
| Versions released | 4 |
| Last updated | 2026-02-24 |
| Added to directory | 2024-05-07 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Grow iNews is the free version of the multi-purpose professional theme (Grow Pro) ideal for a business or blog website. The theme has a responsive layout, HD retina ready and comes with a powerful theme options panel with can be used to make awesome changes without touching any code. The theme also comes with a full width easy to use slider. Easily add a logo to your site and create a beautiful homepage using the built-in homepage layout. Compatible with WooCommerce, WPML, Polylang, Flat Parallax Slider, Photo Gallery and Travel Map, Elementor, Page Builder, Beaver Builder, Visual Composer, SiteOrigin, Divi, etc. It's a perfect theme for small businesses (restaurants, wedding planners, sport/medical shops), startups, corporate businesses, online agencies and firms, portfolios, ecommerce (WooCommerce), and freelancers.
Frequently asked questions
Is Grow iNews a free theme?
Yes — Grow iNews is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Grow iNews a block theme or a classic theme?
Grow iNews is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Grow iNews?
WordPress.org reports 20+ active installs.
How popular is Grow iNews?
As of August 10, 2026, Grow iNews ranks #7436 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #7292.
When was Grow iNews last updated?
Grow iNews was last updated on February 24, 2026 (version 1.0.3). It has shipped 4 releases in total.
Who makes Grow iNews?
Grow iNews is developed by ThinkUpThemes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in May 2024.
