Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Journal Notes currently ranks #7664 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #7607, first reached on Jul 26, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.1.1, shipped on Jan 13, 2025 (575 days ago) — release #5 since the theme joined the directory in 2023.
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Details
| Author | Jacob Martella |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1.1 |
| Versions released | 5 |
| Last updated | 2025-01-13 |
| Added to directory | 2023-11-29 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.0+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Everyone seems to have a blog these days. And Journal Notes gives you a nice and easy entry into the world of blogging. The theme is super simple to set up. You can just add in your great posts and you’re good to go! There’s really nothing to it. But there’s even more power to Journal Notes. Tapping into the WordPress site editor, Journal Notes allows you to customize your entire website, from how the site title looks to the colors and fonts used on the site and so much more. Plus there are a variety of different patterns that you can use to change how your posts are displayed as well as crafting your pages. So whether you want something super simple that you can start with in just minutes or the ability to really make this blog your own, Journal Notes will help you start your blog today!
Frequently asked questions
Is Journal Notes a free theme?
Yes — Journal Notes is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Journal Notes a block theme or a classic theme?
Journal Notes is a block theme: it is built for WordPress Full Site Editing, so headers, footers and templates are edited visually in the block editor.
How many websites use Journal Notes?
WordPress.org reports 20+ active installs.
How popular is Journal Notes?
As of August 11, 2026, Journal Notes ranks #7664 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #7607.
When was Journal Notes last updated?
Journal Notes was last updated on January 13, 2025 (version 1.1.1). It has shipped 5 releases in total.
Who makes Journal Notes?
Journal Notes is developed by Jacob Martella. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in November 2023.
