Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Story Blog currently ranks #1115 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #534, first reached on Jun 23, 2026.
- It is averaging 2 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 9% versus the month before (2/day).
- The latest release, v1.0.1, shipped on Apr 17, 2026 (112 days ago) — release #3 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
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Details
| Author | Ascendoor |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.1 |
| Versions released | 3 |
| Last updated | 2026-04-17 |
| Added to directory | 2026-04-17 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-23 |
Description
Story 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 Story Blog today. Check out the theme documentation at: https://docs.ascendoor.com/docs/story-blog/ and see the demo at: https://demos.ascendoor.com/story-blog/
Frequently asked questions
Is Story Blog a free theme?
Yes — Story Blog is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Story Blog a block theme or a classic theme?
Story Blog is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Story Blog?
WordPress.org reports 70+ active installs.
How popular is Story Blog?
As of August 7, 2026, Story Blog ranks #1115 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #534.
When was Story Blog last updated?
Story Blog was last updated on April 17, 2026 (version 1.0.1). It has shipped 3 releases in total.
Who makes Story Blog?
Story Blog is developed by Ascendoor. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in April 2026.
