Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Shield Blog currently ranks #4347 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #4294, first reached on Jul 23, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.2, shipped on May 28, 2026 (71 days ago) — release #3 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
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Details
| Author | creativthemes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.2 |
| Versions released | 3 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-28 |
| Added to directory | 2024-06-28 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.1+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Shield Blog is a light and elegant theme that suits all kinds of blog. It can be used for fashion blog, food blog, travel blog, personal blog, magazine blog websites.
Frequently asked questions
Is Shield Blog a free theme?
Yes — Shield Blog is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Shield Blog a block theme or a classic theme?
Shield Blog is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Shield Blog?
WordPress.org reports 80+ active installs.
How popular is Shield Blog?
As of August 7, 2026, Shield Blog ranks #4347 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #4294.
When was Shield Blog last updated?
Shield Blog was last updated on May 28, 2026 (version 1.2). It has shipped 3 releases in total.
Who makes Shield Blog?
Shield Blog is developed by creativthemes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in June 2024.
