Open News Classic Premium available
· Current rank #589
Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Open News currently ranks #589 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #554, first reached on Jul 11, 2026.
- It is averaging 2 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 26% versus the month before (3/day).
- The latest release, v1.0.0, shipped on Mar 15, 2026 (145 days ago).
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Details
| Author | artifythemes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.0 |
| Versions released | 1 |
| Last updated | 2026-03-15 |
| Added to directory | 2025-11-26 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-23 |
Description
Open News is a sleek and versatile WordPress theme built for professional bloggers. Combining lightweight performance with extensive customization options, it’s perfectly suited for niches like fashion, lifestyle, travel, food, and photography. Fully responsive and mobile-friendly, the theme is optimized for speed, accessibility, and smooth user experience. With cross-browser compatibility and translation-ready features, Open News ensures your content looks flawless and performs seamlessly across all devices and languages. Live preview : https://demo.artifythemes.com/open-news/
Frequently asked questions
Is Open News a free theme?
Yes — Open News is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory. The author also offers a paid upgrade with additional features.
Is Open News a block theme or a classic theme?
Open News is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Open News?
WordPress.org reports 300+ active installs.
How popular is Open News?
As of August 6, 2026, Open News ranks #589 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #554.
When was Open News last updated?
Open News was last updated on March 15, 2026 (version 1.0.0).
Who makes Open News?
Open News is developed by artifythemes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in November 2025.
