Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Blockskit Base currently ranks #344 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Active installs have held steady at 2K+ since we began tracking it in June 2026.
- It is averaging 106 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 18% versus the month before (128/day).
- The latest release, v1.1.7, shipped on Dec 9, 2025 (266 days ago) — release #18 since the theme joined the directory in 2023.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | #344 |
| 2026-08-31 | #347 |
| 2026-07-31 | #352 |
| 2026-06-30 | #355 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | 2,000 |
| 2026-08-31 | 2,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 2,000 |
| 2026-06-30 | 2,000 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | 123 |
| 2026-07-31 | 100 |
| 2026-06-30 | 137 |
| 2026-05-31 | 101 |
| 2026-04-30 | 148 |
| 2026-03-31 | 126 |
| 2026-02-28 | 116 |
| 2026-01-31 | 133 |
| 2025-12-31 | 207 |
| 2025-11-30 | 176 |
| 2025-10-31 | 240 |
| 2025-09-30 | 207 |
| 2025-08-31 | 114 |
| 2025-07-31 | 118 |
| 2025-06-30 | 140 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | BlockskitDev |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1.7 |
| Versions released | 18 |
| Last updated | 2025-12-09 |
| Added to directory | 2023-09-26 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-23 |
Description
Blockskit Base is a modern and versatile WordPress theme designed for various types of websites including blogs, small businesses, startups, agencies, firms, e-commerce shops, personal portfolio sites, and more. It offers full-site-editing, allowing easy customization of all aspects of your site. With multiple templates, patterns, and style variations, it's suitable for different aesthetics. The theme is also compatible with popular plugins like Elementor, WooCommerce, and Spectra – WordPress Gutenberg Blocks, adding extra functionality to your site.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Blockskit Base?
WordPress.org reports 2K+ active installs.
How popular is Blockskit Base?
As of September 1, 2026, Blockskit Base ranks #344 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
When was Blockskit Base last updated?
Blockskit Base was last updated on December 9, 2025 (version 1.1.7). It has shipped 18 releases in total.
Who makes Blockskit Base?
Blockskit Base is developed by BlockskitDev. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in September 2023.
