Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Masthead currently ranks #617 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #469, first reached on Oct 8, 2026.
- It is averaging 6 downloads/day over the last 30 days.
- The latest release, v1.6264.1804, shipped on Sep 23, 2026 (24 days ago) — release #6 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
Ranking history
Active installs
Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-16 | 5 |
| 2026-09-30 | 4 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | This Is My URL |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.6264.1804 |
| Versions released | 6 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-23 |
| Added to directory | 2026-09-23 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-10-08 |
Description
A modern, accessible, full-site editing newspaper theme for WordPress. Built for digital publishers who demand editorial quality — bold Playfair Display headlines, flexible multi-column layouts, zero plugin dependencies. Built to WCAG 2.2 AA guidance, Core Web Vitals optimised, pure-CSS reading-progress indicator, drop-cap support, a dark reading edition, print-ready, and RTL-ready via CSS logical properties.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Masthead?
WordPress.org reports 20+ active installs.
How popular is Masthead?
As of October 17, 2026, Masthead ranks #617 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #469.
When was Masthead last updated?
Masthead was last updated on September 23, 2026 (version 1.6264.1804). It has shipped 6 releases in total.
Who makes Masthead?
Masthead is developed by This Is My URL. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in September 2026.
