Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Minimalistique currently ranks #967 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #952, first reached on Jul 27, 2026.
- It is averaging 9 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 52% versus the month before (18/day).
- The latest release, v2.3, shipped on Jun 10, 2026 (60 days ago) — release #9 since the theme joined the directory in 2023.
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Details
| Author | SuperbThemes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.3 |
| Versions released | 9 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-10 |
| Added to directory | 2023-07-14 |
| Requires WordPress | — |
| Requires PHP | 4.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-23 |
Description
For bloggers and newspapers, Minimalistique is an elegant and minimalistic WordPress theme that is responsive and ideal for writing about food, fashion, travel, clothing, movies, and lifestyle topics. It is both fast and search engine optimized (SEO friendly) which is essential for modern themes. Additionally, the sidebar, footer, header and more is customizable with widgets, Adsense affiliate links, or anything else you want to add. Setting up the theme is simple and user-friendly, with a clean interface that makes it easy to get started. If you are using it for a newspaper or personal writing/journalist portfolio, our theme can help you rank high on search engines like Yahoo, Bing, and Google, making it a great choice for businesses. It's fully compatible with all popular page builders (Drag and drop) such as Gutenberg, Elementor, Divi, Brizy, WP Bakery and Beaver Builder. Set up an online shop easily with the WooCommerce and Easy Digital Downloads eCommerce integration - creating a simple and modern boutique doesn't get much easier. It's very beginner-friendly, all customization is easy to set up and comes with visualization so you can see what you're doing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Minimalistique a free theme?
Yes — Minimalistique is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Minimalistique a block theme or a classic theme?
Minimalistique is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Minimalistique?
WordPress.org reports 800+ active installs.
How popular is Minimalistique?
As of August 9, 2026, Minimalistique ranks #967 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #952.
When was Minimalistique last updated?
Minimalistique was last updated on June 10, 2026 (version 2.3). It has shipped 9 releases in total.
Who makes Minimalistique?
Minimalistique is developed by SuperbThemes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in July 2023.
