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2.5★ (2 ratings) · Current rank #1644
Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Draftly currently ranks #1644 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #1636, first reached on Aug 18, 2026.
- The latest release, v5.9, shipped on Jun 5, 2026 (140 days ago) — release #30 since the theme joined the directory in 2020.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-23 | #1644 |
| 2026-09-30 | #1672 |
| 2026-08-31 | #1648 |
| 2026-07-31 | #1648 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-23 | 800 |
| 2026-09-30 | 800 |
| 2026-08-31 | 900 |
| 2026-07-31 | 900 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-23 | 8 |
| 2026-08-31 | 29 |
| 2026-07-31 | 7 |
| 2026-06-30 | 10 |
| 2026-05-31 | 11 |
| 2026-04-30 | 9 |
| 2026-03-31 | 9 |
| 2026-02-28 | 9 |
| 2026-01-31 | 5 |
| 2025-12-31 | 5 |
| 2025-11-30 | 10 |
| 2025-10-31 | 7 |
| 2025-09-30 | 14 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Superb |
|---|---|
| Current version | 5.9 |
| Versions released | 30 |
| Last updated | 2026-06-05 |
| Added to directory | 2020-11-23 |
| Requires WordPress | — |
| Requires PHP | 4.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Draftly is a modern, elegant, and minimalist free WordPress theme suitable for bloggers, writers, newspapers, and news sites. This responsive theme is designed to be used for anything, from food, fashion, travel, and lifestyle to movies, clothing, and personal writing. It is search engine optimized (SEO), mobile-friendly, and includes a sidebar with widgets, Adsense, and affiliate links. The theme is simple, clean, and author-focused, making it perfect for business or personal use, portfolio, and writing. It comes with Elementor, a lightweight page builder, and is compatible with Visual Composer and Beaver Builder. This multi-purpose theme is customizable and beginner-friendly, making it perfect for startups, agency firms, and corporate use. It also includes schema markup and is translation-ready, making it easy to use for everyone. Gutenberg support is included, making it an excellent choice for beginners and advanced users alike.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Draftly?
WordPress.org reports 800+ active installs.
How popular is Draftly?
As of October 23, 2026, Draftly ranks #1644 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #1636.
When was Draftly last updated?
Draftly was last updated on June 5, 2026 (version 5.9). It has shipped 30 releases in total.
Who makes Draftly?
Draftly is developed by Superb. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in November 2020.
