Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Kanoa currently ranks #602 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #526, first reached on Jun 23, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 200+ since we began tracking it in June 2026.
- It is averaging 1 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 11% versus the month before (2/day).
- The latest release, v1.0.3, shipped on Jan 13, 2026 (230 days ago) — release #4 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | #602 |
| 2026-07-31 | #572 |
| 2026-06-30 | #529 |
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 | 1 |
| 2026-07-31 | 3 |
| 2026-06-29 | 2 |
| 2026-05-31 | 3 |
| 2026-04-30 | 3 |
| 2026-03-31 | 5 |
| 2026-02-28 | 5 |
| 2026-01-31 | 9 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Roman Fink |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.3 |
| Versions released | 4 |
| Last updated | 2026-01-13 |
| Added to directory | 2026-01-13 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-23 |
Description
Kanoa is a refined, minimalist portfolio theme designed for photographers, architects, designers, and creative professionals who value clean aesthetics and purposeful design. Built entirely with the WordPress Site Editor, this theme offers complete creative control without writing code.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Kanoa?
WordPress.org reports 200+ active installs.
How popular is Kanoa?
As of August 31, 2026, Kanoa ranks #602 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #526.
When was Kanoa last updated?
Kanoa was last updated on January 13, 2026 (version 1.0.3). It has shipped 4 releases in total.
Who makes Kanoa?
Kanoa is developed by Roman Fink. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in January 2026.
