Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Nova Blog currently ranks #863 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #774, first reached on Jun 23, 2026.
- It is averaging 4 downloads/day over the last 30 days, up 108% versus the month before (2/day).
- The latest release, v1.0.1, shipped on Aug 7, 2026 (4 days ago) — release #2 since the theme joined the directory in 2025.
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Details
| Author | Ascendoor |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.1 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-07 |
| Added to directory | 2025-09-23 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 8.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-23 |
Description
Nova Blog is a stylish and modern WordPress theme designed for both personal and professional bloggers. Fully responsive, SEO-optimized, and translation-ready, it helps you reach a wider global audience. With reliable updates and dedicated support, you can focus on sharing your content while we take care of everything else. Kickstart your blogging journey with Nova Blog today. Check out the theme documentation at: https://docs.ascendoor.com/docs/nova-blog/ and see the demo at: https://demos.ascendoor.com/nova-blog/
Frequently asked questions
Is Nova Blog a free theme?
Yes — Nova Blog is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Nova Blog a block theme or a classic theme?
Nova Blog is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Nova Blog?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is Nova Blog?
As of August 11, 2026, Nova Blog ranks #863 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #774.
When was Nova Blog last updated?
Nova Blog was last updated on August 7, 2026 (version 1.0.1). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes Nova Blog?
Nova Blog is developed by Ascendoor. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in September 2025.
