Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Z Newspapers currently ranks #2533 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #2418, first reached on Jul 23, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.10, shipped on May 17, 2026 (85 days ago) — release #11 since the theme joined the directory in 2025.
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Details
| Author | Silk Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.10 |
| Versions released | 11 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-17 |
| Added to directory | 2025-03-31 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Z Newspapers ( 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 Z Newspapers a free theme?
Yes — Z Newspapers is a free, open-source (GPL) theme distributed through the official WordPress.org directory.
Is Z Newspapers a block theme or a classic theme?
Z Newspapers is a classic theme: it uses the traditional Customizer/widgets workflow rather than WordPress Full Site Editing.
How many websites use Z Newspapers?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Z Newspapers?
As of August 9, 2026, Z Newspapers ranks #2533 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #2418.
When was Z Newspapers last updated?
Z Newspapers was last updated on May 17, 2026 (version 1.0.10). It has shipped 11 releases in total.
Who makes Z Newspapers?
Z Newspapers is developed by Silk Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in March 2025.
