Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Mesmerize currently ranks #101 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #97, first reached on Jun 21, 2026.
- It is averaging 91 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 2% versus the month before (93/day).
- The latest release, v1.6.184, shipped on Apr 16, 2026 (113 days ago) — release #68 since the theme joined the directory in 2017.
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Details
| Author | Extend Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.6.184 |
| Versions released | 68 |
| Last updated | 2026-04-16 |
| Added to directory | 2017-11-03 |
| Requires WordPress | — |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-07 |
Description
Mesmerize is an incredibly flexible, multipurpose WordPress theme that can help you create an amazing website easier than ever, by drag and drop. It comes with a predesigned home page, 5 header designs and over 30 ready to use content sections that you can easily customize. It also has lots of customization options (video background, slideshow background, header content types, gradient overlays, etc) that will help you create a beautiful, unique website in no time. Mesmerize is responsive so it works on mobile devices out of the box and it is also WooCommerce ready. DEMO: https://extendthemes.com/go/mesmerize-demos/
Frequently asked questions
Is Mesmerize a free theme?
Yes — Mesmerize is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Mesmerize a block theme or a classic theme?
Mesmerize is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Mesmerize?
WordPress.org reports 10K+ active installs.
How popular is Mesmerize?
As of August 7, 2026, Mesmerize ranks #101 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #97.
When was Mesmerize last updated?
Mesmerize was last updated on April 16, 2026 (version 1.6.184). It has shipped 68 releases in total.
Who makes Mesmerize?
Mesmerize is developed by Extend Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in November 2017.
