Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Helena currently ranks #7760 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #7684, first reached on Jul 23, 2026.
- It is averaging 2 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 18% versus the month before (2/day).
- The latest release, v2.0.3, shipped on Jun 12, 2026 (61 days ago) — release #24 since the theme joined the directory in 2017.
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Details
| Author | Catch Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.0.3 |
| Versions released | 24 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-12 |
| Added to directory | 2017-01-15 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.9+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Helena is a clean, responsive and incredibly resourceful Business WordPress theme that can adapt to any corporate and blog niche and provide users with an accessible interface. If your goal is to build a successful corporate/blog website that is natively responsive, then look no further than Helena. The masonry grid layout provides a clean look, and the beautiful fonts are easy on the eye. Helena provides you with a superior user experience and ultra-easy navigation. Built using the HTML5 and CSS3 codes, it is so stress-free to maneuver around that your clients will be fully satisfied with your website’s utility. The WordPress theme for Corporate and Blogs is viewed beautifully no matter the screen size the viewer chooses to use, all thanks to the Responsive design. You get powerful theme customization options, allowing you to make your theme look just the way you want it to. Keep your website spic and span with the neatly arranged categories, while accentuating your best features, content and posts with the amazing features included. This theme is translation ready. Check out Theme Instructions at https://catchthemes.com/theme-instructions/helena/, Support at https://catchthemes.com/support/ and Demo at https://catchthemes.com/demo/helena/
Frequently asked questions
Is Helena a free theme?
Yes — Helena is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Helena a block theme or a classic theme?
Helena is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Helena?
WordPress.org reports 70+ active installs.
How popular is Helena?
As of August 12, 2026, Helena ranks #7760 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #7684.
When was Helena last updated?
Helena was last updated on June 12, 2026 (version 2.0.3). It has shipped 24 releases in total.
Who makes Helena?
Helena is developed by Catch Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in January 2017.
