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4.9★ (66 ratings) · Current rank #199
Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- MoreNews currently ranks #199 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #187, first reached on Jun 10, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 6K+ since we began tracking it in June 2026.
- It is averaging 334 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 45% versus the month before (606/day).
- The latest release, v4.3.7, shipped on Jul 27, 2026 (15 days ago) — release #163 since the theme joined the directory in 2021.
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Details
| Author | AF themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 4.3.7 |
| Versions released | 163 |
| Last updated | 2026-07-27 |
| Added to directory | 2021-06-25 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-07 |
Description
MoreNews is a dynamic, ultra-fast, and highly versatile WordPress theme built not only for News, Magazines, and Blogs but also for Business, eCommerce, and any kind of Website thanks to its new HEADER & FOOTER BUILDER that works seamlessly with the Block Editor, GUTENBERG, ELEMENTOR, Brizy, Divi, and other popular Page Builders, giving you complete drag-and-drop freedom to design unique layouts without touching code. With 100+ ready-to-import Starter Sites, 30+ Custom Widgets, Advanced Block Patterns, Flexible Banner and Layout Options, AMP support, and full WOOCOMMERCE integration, MoreNews makes it easy to launch anything from a simple Blog to a professional Online Store or a complex Content Hub in minutes. It is fully optimized for SEO, CORE WEB VITALS, Speed, and Responsive Design, ensuring excellent performance on all devices, and is built with WCAG Accessibility, GDPR Compliance, and clean, Lightweight Code for long-term reliability. Multilingual and RTL Ready, with Demo Content available in multiple languages including English, Spanish, German, French, Japanese, Chinese, and Arabic, MoreNews is a future-proof theme designed for creators who value Style, Scalability, and a smooth User Experience across the globe. Explore all features at https://afthemes.com/products/morenews.
Frequently asked questions
Is MoreNews a free theme?
Yes — MoreNews is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory. The author also offers a paid upgrade with additional features.
Is MoreNews a block theme or a classic theme?
MoreNews is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use MoreNews?
WordPress.org reports 6K+ active installs.
How popular is MoreNews?
As of August 11, 2026, MoreNews ranks #199 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #187.
When was MoreNews last updated?
MoreNews was last updated on July 27, 2026 (version 4.3.7). It has shipped 163 releases in total.
Who makes MoreNews?
MoreNews is developed by AF themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in June 2021.
