Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Upsidedown currently ranks #3088 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #3068, first reached on Jul 28, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.8, shipped on Aug 14, 2024 (724 days ago) — release #9 since the theme joined the directory in 2023.
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Details
| Author | Automattic |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.8 |
| Versions released | 9 |
| Last updated | 2024-08-14 |
| Added to directory | 2023-01-30 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.7+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Upsidedown is a blog theme designed in the WordPress Site Editor. With its neat visuals, it introduces a direct experience on post reading: noticeable post titles listed on a text-only page, with an original swap of header and footer blocks.
Frequently asked questions
Is Upsidedown a free theme?
Yes — Upsidedown is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Upsidedown a block theme or a classic theme?
Upsidedown is a block theme: it is built for WordPress Full Site Editing, so headers, footers and templates are edited visually in the block editor.
How many websites use Upsidedown?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is Upsidedown?
As of August 8, 2026, Upsidedown ranks #3088 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #3068.
When was Upsidedown last updated?
Upsidedown was last updated on August 14, 2024 (version 1.0.8). It has shipped 9 releases in total.
Who makes Upsidedown?
Upsidedown is developed by Automattic. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in January 2023.
