Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- NewsDay currently ranks #294 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #41, first reached on Aug 8, 2025.
- It is averaging 23 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 4% versus the month before (24/day).
- The latest release, v2.1.3, shipped on Aug 5, 2026 (5 days ago) — release #44 since the theme joined the directory in 2025.
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Details
| Author | AF themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.1.3 |
| Versions released | 44 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-05 |
| Added to directory | 2025-07-25 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2025-08-08 |
Description
NewsDay is a mobile-first WordPress child theme of MoreNews, developed for entertainment blogs and lifestyle magazines that prioritize visual storytelling. It includes high-impact banner templates, bold typography presets, and versatile homepage layouts compatible with the header and footer builder. The theme ensures seamless drag-and-drop design through support for the Block Editor and various third-party builders. Engineered with a lightweight codebase, it focuses on Core Web Vitals, AMP support, and SEO optimization. It integrates with WooCommerce for monetization and provides RTL-ready demo content in Spanish, French, German, Portuguese, and Japanese. https://afthemes.com/products/newsday/
Frequently asked questions
Is NewsDay a free theme?
Yes — NewsDay is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is NewsDay a block theme or a classic theme?
NewsDay is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use NewsDay?
WordPress.org reports 800+ active installs.
How popular is NewsDay?
As of August 10, 2026, NewsDay ranks #294 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #41.
When was NewsDay last updated?
NewsDay was last updated on August 5, 2026 (version 2.1.3). It has shipped 44 releases in total.
Who makes NewsDay?
NewsDay is developed by AF themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in July 2025.
