Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- NewsMash currently ranks #1117 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #1111, first reached on Aug 2, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.1.53, shipped on Aug 4, 2026 (6 days ago) — release #162 since the theme joined the directory in 2023.
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Details
| Author | Desert Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1.53 |
| Versions released | 162 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-04 |
| Added to directory | 2023-10-26 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
NewsMash is a fast, clean, Best Responsive News Magazine WordPress theme. NewsMash is suitable for dynamic news, newspapers, magazine, publishers, blogs, editors, online and gaming magazines, newsportals,personal blogs, newspaper, publishing or review siteand any creative website. With its modern and clean design, NewsMash offers a visually appealing layout that is easy to navigate, making it ideal for delivering content to your readers. This theme comes equipped with a range of customizable options, custom widgets, and color schemes, allowing you to tailor your website to your specific needs and branding. It also supports various post formats, making it easy to present a variety of content types, from articles and videos to images and galleries. NewsMash is optimized for speed and SEO, ensuring that your website loads quickly and ranks well in search engine results. Its responsive design ensures that your content looks great on all devices, whether it's a desktop computer, tablet, or smartphone. NewsMash demos https://preview.desertthemes.com/newsmash/
Frequently asked questions
Is NewsMash a free theme?
Yes — NewsMash is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is NewsMash a block theme or a classic theme?
NewsMash is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use NewsMash?
WordPress.org reports 600+ active installs.
How popular is NewsMash?
As of August 9, 2026, NewsMash ranks #1117 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #1111.
When was NewsMash last updated?
NewsMash was last updated on August 4, 2026 (version 1.1.53). It has shipped 162 releases in total.
Who makes NewsMash?
NewsMash is developed by Desert Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in October 2023.
