Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Instant News currently ranks #3555 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #2759, first reached on Jul 23, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 100+ since we began tracking it in July 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.3, shipped on Aug 3, 2026 (87 days ago) — release #4 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-28 | #3555 |
| 2026-09-30 | #3440 |
| 2026-08-31 | #3066 |
| 2026-07-31 | #2807 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-28 | 100 |
| 2026-09-30 | 100 |
| 2026-08-31 | 100 |
| 2026-07-31 | 100 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-22 | 2 |
| 2026-09-30 | 1 |
| 2026-08-31 | 7 |
| 2026-07-28 | 3 |
| 2026-06-29 | 1 |
| 2026-05-30 | 3 |
| 2026-04-28 | 1 |
| 2026-03-30 | 1 |
| 2026-02-28 | 2 |
| 2026-01-31 | 1 |
| 2025-12-31 | 1 |
| 2025-11-27 | 1 |
| 2025-10-31 | 1 |
| 2025-09-30 | 1 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Ascendoor |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.3 |
| Versions released | 4 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-03 |
| Added to directory | 2024-07-19 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 8.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Instant News theme is an extensive magazine template suitable for diverse purposes like news, blogs, publishing, and review websites. It provides various layouts and is adaptable to different industries such as business, finance, medical, sports, fashion, and more. The theme includes demo content that can be personalized to meet specific needs. Its homepage design presents a neat and simplistic magazine-style layout, incorporating a post banner slider, the most recent posts, and a custom widget design arrangement. With its contemporary and minimalist design, the theme is user-friendly and easy to set up, particularly with the included pre-built demo. Moreover, the Instant News theme is responsive, ensuring smooth viewing on various screen resolutions and browser versions. It is compatible with multiple browsers and has been carefully optimized for speed, performance, and search engine optimization (SEO). Demo link: https://demos.ascendoor.com/instant-news/
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Instant News?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Instant News?
As of October 28, 2026, Instant News ranks #3555 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #2759.
When was Instant News last updated?
Instant News was last updated on August 3, 2026 (version 1.0.3). It has shipped 4 releases in total.
Who makes Instant News?
Instant News is developed by Ascendoor. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in July 2024.
