Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- NewsReview currently ranks #173 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #42, first reached on Dec 22, 2025.
- Active installs grew from 200+ when we started tracking it in December 2025 to 900+ today — it crossed the 900+ mark around June 2026.
- It is averaging 29 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 11% versus the month before (33/day).
- The latest release, v1.1.3, shipped on Aug 5, 2026 (5 days ago) — release #24 since the theme joined the directory in 2025.
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Details
| Author | AF themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1.3 |
| Versions released | 24 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-05 |
| Added to directory | 2025-12-08 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2025-12-22 |
Description
NewsReview is a responsive multipurpose WordPress child theme of ReviewNews, developed for news websites, corporate portals, and personal blogs. It offers a drag-and-drop header and footer builder compatible with Gutenberg and major page builders like Elementor and Brizy for flexible site design. The theme comes equipped with 50+ ready-to-import starter sites, 30+ custom widgets, and flexible layout options to support various content structures, from online stores to educational portals. Optimized for mobile-friendly performance and Core Web Vitals, it ensures fast loading and search engine visibility. NewsReview follows clean code practices, WCAG accessibility, and GDPR compliance while providing full RTL and multilingual support. Demo content is available in multiple languages, including English, Spanish, French, Japanese, and Arabic. Explore all features at https://afthemes.com/products/newsreview/
Frequently asked questions
Is NewsReview a free theme?
Yes — NewsReview is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is NewsReview a block theme or a classic theme?
NewsReview is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use NewsReview?
WordPress.org reports 900+ active installs.
How popular is NewsReview?
As of August 10, 2026, NewsReview ranks #173 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #42.
When was NewsReview last updated?
NewsReview was last updated on August 5, 2026 (version 1.1.3). It has shipped 24 releases in total.
Who makes NewsReview?
NewsReview is developed by AF themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in December 2025.
