Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Link News currently ranks #2920 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #1932, first reached on Jul 25, 2026.
- It is averaging 2 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 9% versus the month before (2/day).
- The latest release, v1.0.3, shipped on Aug 5, 2026 (81 days ago) — release #3 since the theme joined the directory in 2025.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-25 | #2920 |
| 2026-09-30 | #2855 |
| 2026-08-31 | #2568 |
| 2026-07-31 | #1964 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-25 | 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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-20 | 3 |
| 2026-09-30 | 2 |
| 2026-08-31 | 1 |
| 2026-07-30 | 1 |
| 2026-06-30 | 3 |
| 2026-05-31 | 1 |
| 2026-04-27 | 1 |
| 2026-03-31 | 2 |
| 2026-02-27 | 1 |
| 2026-01-28 | 3 |
| 2025-12-30 | 1 |
| 2025-11-29 | 1 |
| 2025-10-31 | 2 |
| 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 | 3 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-05 |
| Added to directory | 2025-01-17 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 8.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Link News is a versatile WordPress theme tailored for news websites, magazines, publishers, blogs, editors, online gaming platforms, and any site focused on delivering news. With its impressive demo options, you can quickly set up and launch your website. The theme features a flexible layout, diverse color schemes, and multiple blog design options. Built with SEO optimization in mind, it also offers a widget-based design that allows extensive content customization. Fully responsive, Link News ensures seamless functionality across mobile devices, tablets, laptops, and desktops. Renowned for its simplicity, modern aesthetic, creativity, and user-friendly interface, this magazine theme is an excellent choice for content creators. Check the demo at: https://demos.ascendoor.com/link-news/
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Link News?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Link News?
As of October 25, 2026, Link News ranks #2920 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #1932.
When was Link News last updated?
Link News was last updated on August 5, 2026 (version 1.0.3). It has shipped 3 releases in total.
Who makes Link News?
Link News is developed by Ascendoor. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in January 2025.
