Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Mercantile currently ranks #3570 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #3565, first reached on Aug 9, 2026.
- The latest release, v4.0.0, shipped on Jul 16, 2026 (25 days ago) — release #27 since the theme joined the directory in 2016.
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Details
| Author | Acme Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 4.0.0 |
| Versions released | 27 |
| Last updated | 2026-07-16 |
| Added to directory | 2016-12-13 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.6+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Mercantile is the most feature-rich, powerful, advanced, easy to use and maintain multipurpose WordPress theme with highly customizable theme options. Mercantile theme is crafted to provide all the important features that you need in promoting and running your business, corporate or any kinds of sites in the web world. The main features of Mercantile are Integration with Page Builder by SiteOrigin, WooCommerce Compatible, Advanced Custom Widgets, WordPress Live Customizer and One page or Multi-page layout. It is entirely innovative, infinitely creative and features rich ultimate WordPress theme. Mercantile provides you with a quick and efficient way to create any kinds of websites which may include corporate, business, agency, portfolio, showcase, medical, education, travel, restaurant, personal, blogging, and more. Some highlighted features are, beautiful Featured-slider section, Service Section, Parallax featured section, Alternative feature section, Testimonial section, Contact section, Portfolio section as well as Beautiful blog section. You can easily set Right sidebar, Left sidebar or Full width on the inner pages. Site colour can be changed with a single click. Custom CSS options, related post and breadcrumb options will help to customize your site even more. Theme documentation and quick and helpful supports help you to master this theme within no time. Finally, Mercantile theme comes with the limitless customization options, powerful features, quality code, elegant design, and incredible support. Try this versatile theme. Support Forum: http://www.acmethemes.com/supports/ Demos: http://www.demo.acmethemes.com/mercantile/, http://www.demo.acmethemes.com/mercantile/home-1/, http://www.demo.acmethemes.com/mercantile/home-2/, http://www.demo.acmethemes.com/mercantile/home-3/, http://www.demo.acmethemes.com/mercantile/shop/
Frequently asked questions
Is Mercantile a free theme?
Yes — Mercantile is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Mercantile a block theme or a classic theme?
Mercantile is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Mercantile?
WordPress.org reports 500+ active installs.
How popular is Mercantile?
As of August 10, 2026, Mercantile ranks #3570 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #3565.
When was Mercantile last updated?
Mercantile was last updated on July 16, 2026 (version 4.0.0). It has shipped 27 releases in total.
Who makes Mercantile?
Mercantile is developed by Acme Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in December 2016.
