Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- MinimalBlog currently ranks #3163 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- The latest release, v2.2.25, shipped on Mar 30, 2026 (131 days ago) — release #96 since the theme joined the directory in 2019.
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Details
| Author | Smarter Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.2.25 |
| Versions released | 96 |
| Last updated | 2026-03-30 |
| Added to directory | 2019-07-17 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.1+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Minimal Blog is one of the best free WordPress themes for blogging. Minimal blog has simple looks and smooth presentation mostly suited for personal blog and magazine type blog and it’s fully WooCommerce Supported. All customizer options available in WordPress are used. Minimal Blog a free WordPress theme is fully controlled and accessed from customizer view. It looks as per demo can be totally created from customizer option. The custom widget has been avoided so that even the novice user can use it to built his site using this theme. Minimal Blog all extra paid features have been provided as free features so that all basics and advance work can be utilized. Minimal Blog a free WordPress theme is the total package for well content website making business. Minimal Blog one of the best WordPress themes as mentioned by many sources.
Frequently asked questions
Is MinimalBlog a free theme?
Yes — MinimalBlog is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is MinimalBlog a block theme or a classic theme?
MinimalBlog is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use MinimalBlog?
WordPress.org reports 400+ active installs.
How popular is MinimalBlog?
As of August 8, 2026, MinimalBlog ranks #3163 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
When was MinimalBlog last updated?
MinimalBlog was last updated on March 30, 2026 (version 2.2.25). It has shipped 96 releases in total.
Who makes MinimalBlog?
MinimalBlog is developed by Smarter Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in July 2019.
