Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Chronus currently ranks #1660 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #1645, first reached on Aug 18, 2026.
- The latest release, v2.1.3, shipped on Jun 14, 2026 (79 days ago) — release #38 since the theme joined the directory in 2017.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | #1660 |
| 2026-08-31 | #1659 |
| 2026-07-31 | #1659 |
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 | 1,000 |
| 2026-08-31 | 1,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 1,000 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | ThemeZee |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.1.3 |
| Versions released | 38 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-14 |
| Added to directory | 2017-07-26 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.2+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Chronus is a fast and lightweight WordPress Theme created for magazines, news websites and personal blogs. The Featured Content section and flexible Magazine Widgets give you the ability to highlight your most important posts on the home page. The minimalistic and responsive design focuses on your content and looks great on any screen size.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Chronus?
WordPress.org reports 1K+ active installs.
How popular is Chronus?
As of September 1, 2026, Chronus ranks #1660 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #1645.
When was Chronus last updated?
Chronus was last updated on June 14, 2026 (version 2.1.3). It has shipped 38 releases in total.
Who makes Chronus?
Chronus is developed by ThemeZee. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in July 2017.
