Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- W3CSSPress currently ranks #5780 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #5760, first reached on Aug 7, 2026.
- The latest release, v2025.1, shipped on May 2, 2025 (463 days ago) — release #44 since the theme joined the directory in 2022.
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Details
| Author | Matteo Marchiori |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2025.1 |
| Versions released | 44 |
| Last updated | 2025-05-02 |
| Added to directory | 2022-04-08 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.1+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Universal theme with classic mode and blocks mode made to integrate the W3CSS framework inside WordPress, with global custom options and all of the W3CSS framework functionalities. The theme has been developed starting from resources on the w3schools website applied to the blankslate WordPress theme, slightly modified. The theme is accessibility ready and it is highly customizable. Please add issues on GitHub or contact me if you are interested in more options.
Frequently asked questions
Is W3CSSPress a free theme?
Yes — W3CSSPress is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is W3CSSPress a block theme or a classic theme?
W3CSSPress 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 W3CSSPress?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is W3CSSPress?
As of August 8, 2026, W3CSSPress ranks #5780 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #5760.
When was W3CSSPress last updated?
W3CSSPress was last updated on May 2, 2025 (version 2025.1). It has shipped 44 releases in total.
Who makes W3CSSPress?
W3CSSPress is developed by Matteo Marchiori. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in April 2022.
