Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Perfect News currently ranks #4362 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #4211, first reached on Jul 23, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.3, shipped on Aug 3, 2026 (7 days ago) — release #4 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
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Details
| Author | Ascendoor |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.3 |
| Versions released | 4 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-03 |
| Added to directory | 2024-03-11 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 8.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Perfect News ( child theme of Ascendoor News ) is a WordPress theme designed specifically for various types of websites related to news, including magazines, publishers, blogs, editors, online and gaming magazines, and personal blogs. It provides impressive demos for a quick start, featuring a flexible layout with numerous color options and diverse blog designs. The theme is optimized for SEO, utilizing a widget-based design that allows extensive customization for easy content management. With full responsiveness, it ensures seamless functionality across a range of devices, including mobile devices, tablets, laptops, and desktops. This WordPress magazine theme is known for its simplicity, user-friendly interface, contemporary appearance, and creative elements. Explore the demo at: https://demos.ascendoor.com/perfect-news/
Frequently asked questions
Is Perfect News a free theme?
Yes — Perfect News is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Perfect News a block theme or a classic theme?
Perfect News is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Perfect News?
WordPress.org reports 90+ active installs.
How popular is Perfect News?
As of August 9, 2026, Perfect News ranks #4362 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #4211.
When was Perfect News last updated?
Perfect News was last updated on August 3, 2026 (version 1.0.3). It has shipped 4 releases in total.
Who makes Perfect News?
Perfect News is developed by Ascendoor. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in March 2024.
