Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- News Storm currently ranks #180 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #71, first reached on Jun 24, 2026.
- It is averaging 10 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 53% versus the month before (22/day).
- The latest release, v1.0.1, shipped on Aug 6, 2026 (5 days ago) — release #2 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
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Details
| Author | Ascendoor |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.1 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-06 |
| Added to directory | 2026-06-09 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 8.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-24 |
Description
News Storm is a clean and modern WordPress theme built for news, magazine, blog, and portal websites. It features a simple, user-friendly design with flexible layout options and easy customization through color settings and widget areas. The theme is optimized for speed and SEO, helping your website load quickly and perform better in search engines. Its fully responsive design ensures a smooth browsing experience on desktops, tablets, and mobile devices. Whether you're running an online magazine, news portal, personal blog, or content-focused website, News Storm provides a professional and reliable foundation for your content. Check the theme documentation at: https://docs.ascendoor.com/docs/news-storm/ and demo at: https://demos.ascendoor.com/news-storm/
Frequently asked questions
Is News Storm a free theme?
Yes — News Storm is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is News Storm a block theme or a classic theme?
News Storm is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use News Storm?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is News Storm?
As of August 10, 2026, News Storm ranks #180 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #71.
When was News Storm last updated?
News Storm was last updated on August 6, 2026 (version 1.0.1). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes News Storm?
News Storm is developed by Ascendoor. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in June 2026.
