Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Metropolis Magazine currently ranks #1757 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #1494, first reached on Aug 9, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 300+ since we began tracking it in July 2026.
- It is averaging 2 downloads/day over the last 30 days, up 16% versus the month before (2/day).
- The latest release, v1.9, shipped on Feb 2, 2026 (264 days ago) — release #6 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-24 | #1757 |
| 2026-09-30 | #1687 |
| 2026-08-31 | #1598 |
| 2026-07-31 | #1532 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-24 | 300 |
| 2026-09-30 | 300 |
| 2026-08-31 | 300 |
| 2026-07-31 | 300 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-23 | 2 |
| 2026-09-30 | 2 |
| 2026-08-31 | 3 |
| 2026-07-31 | 2 |
| 2026-06-30 | 4 |
| 2026-05-31 | 7 |
| 2026-04-30 | 4 |
| 2026-03-31 | 2 |
| 2026-02-28 | 8 |
| 2026-01-31 | 2 |
| 2025-12-31 | 2 |
| 2025-11-30 | 1 |
| 2025-10-31 | 6 |
| 2025-09-30 | 4 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Superb |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.9 |
| Versions released | 6 |
| Last updated | 2026-02-02 |
| Added to directory | 2024-05-10 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.1+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Introducing Metropolis Magazine, a versatile and free WordPress theme designed to cater to the diverse needs of bloggers, writers, and content creators across various niches. This responsive and elegant minimalist theme offers a modern and clean design, making it perfect for travel, food, fashion, lifestyle, and even business-focused websites. Metropolis Magazine is meticulously optimized for search engines (SEO) to help your content shine in search results. With Metropolis Magazine, you have the flexibility to create your dream website, thanks to compatibility with popular page builders like Elementor, Divi Builder, Beaver Builder, and more. Whether you're a journalist, photographer, or startup agency, Metropolis Magazine's multi-purpose design and customizable features provide endless possibilities. Enhance your site with WooCommerce for lightweight ecommerce shops and incorporate schema markup for better visibility. Metropolis Magazine is translation-ready, mobile-friendly, and beginner-friendly, making it a go-to choice for bloggers and startups alike. Experience the future of WordPress themes with Metropolis Magazine - where simplicity meets sophistication in a single, feature-packed package.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Metropolis Magazine?
WordPress.org reports 300+ active installs.
How popular is Metropolis Magazine?
As of October 24, 2026, Metropolis Magazine ranks #1757 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #1494.
When was Metropolis Magazine last updated?
Metropolis Magazine was last updated on February 2, 2026 (version 1.9). It has shipped 6 releases in total.
Who makes Metropolis Magazine?
Metropolis Magazine is developed by Superb. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in May 2024.
