Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Candles Shop currently ranks #768 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #553, first reached on Jun 23, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 200+ since we began tracking it in June 2026.
- It is averaging 9 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 1% versus the month before (9/day).
- The latest release, v2.1.3, shipped on Aug 7, 2026 (24 days ago) — release #14 since the theme joined the directory in 2025.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | #768 |
| 2026-07-31 | #667 |
| 2026-06-30 | #575 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | 200 |
| 2026-07-31 | 200 |
| 2026-06-30 | 200 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-30 | 6 |
| 2026-07-31 | 6 |
| 2026-06-30 | 9 |
| 2026-05-31 | 7 |
| 2026-04-30 | 16 |
| 2026-03-31 | 26 |
| 2026-02-28 | 11 |
| 2026-01-31 | 25 |
| 2025-12-31 | 46 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | pewilliams |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.1.3 |
| Versions released | 14 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-07 |
| Added to directory | 2025-12-18 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.1+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-23 |
Description
Candles Shop is a beautifully designed and elegant theme tailored for candle retailers, boutique owners, and handmade product businesses looking to build a professional online shop. Ideal for showcasing handmade candles, decorative candles, aromatherapy products, scented collections, and gift items, this theme offers a clean and visually appealing layout that enhances product presentation and customer engagement. Fully compatible with WooCommerce, it enables easy management of product listings, pricing, inventory, and online sales, while integration with Contact Form 7 streamlines customer inquiries and orders, and Yoast SEO helps improve search visibility for keywords like online candle store and candle shop. With customizable layouts, color options, and typography settings, users can effortlessly match their brand identity. The responsive design ensures a smooth shopping experience across desktops, tablets, and mobile devices, while its SEO-friendly and performance-optimized structure supports better rankings and faster loading. Candles Shop is a perfect solution for creating a beautiful, shop-focused, and high-performing online store that helps businesses showcase their collections, attract customers, and grow efficiently.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Candles Shop?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is Candles Shop?
As of August 31, 2026, Candles Shop ranks #768 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #553.
When was Candles Shop last updated?
Candles Shop was last updated on August 7, 2026 (version 2.1.3). It has shipped 14 releases in total.
Who makes Candles Shop?
Candles Shop is developed by pewilliams. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in December 2025.
