Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Simple Newspaper currently ranks #3994 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #3895, first reached on Jul 24, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.35, shipped on May 17, 2026 (83 days ago) — release #23 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
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Details
| Author | Silk Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.35 |
| Versions released | 23 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-17 |
| Added to directory | 2024-08-07 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Simple Newspaper ( Newspaperss Child Theme ) 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 is also optimized for SEO, and its design is widget-based, allowing extensive customization for content management. It is fully responsive, ensuring smooth performance on mobile devices, tablets, laptops, and desktops.
Frequently asked questions
Is Simple Newspaper a free theme?
Yes — Simple Newspaper is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Simple Newspaper a block theme or a classic theme?
Simple Newspaper is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Simple Newspaper?
WordPress.org reports 90+ active installs.
How popular is Simple Newspaper?
As of August 8, 2026, Simple Newspaper ranks #3994 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #3895.
When was Simple Newspaper last updated?
Simple Newspaper was last updated on May 17, 2026 (version 1.0.35). It has shipped 23 releases in total.
Who makes Simple Newspaper?
Simple Newspaper is developed by Silk Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in August 2024.
