Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Mpho currently ranks #4434 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #4414, first reached on Oct 10, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.7, shipped on Sep 15, 2026 (31 days ago) — release #2 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-16 | #4434 |
| 2026-09-30 | #4545 |
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Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-16 | 90 |
| 2026-09-30 | 80 |
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Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-22 | 2 |
| 2026-08-11 | 1 |
| 2026-07-18 | 1 |
| 2026-06-27 | 1 |
| 2026-05-26 | 1 |
| 2026-04-29 | 1 |
| 2026-03-29 | 1 |
| 2026-02-25 | 2 |
| 2026-01-30 | 1 |
| 2025-12-31 | 2 |
| 2025-11-24 | 1 |
| 2025-10-31 | 1 |
| 2025-09-30 | 1 |
| 2025-08-27 | 1 |
| 2025-07-30 | 1 |
| 2025-06-29 | 1 |
| 2025-05-30 | 3 |
| 2025-04-28 | 2 |
| 2025-03-31 | 1 |
| 2025-02-27 | 1 |
| 2025-01-31 | 3 |
| 2024-12-31 | 2 |
| 2024-11-30 | 2 |
| 2024-10-30 | 1 |
| 2024-09-30 | 3 |
| 2024-08-31 | 5 |
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Details
| Author | Automattic |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.7 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-15 |
| Added to directory | 2024-05-27 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.7+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-09-15 |
Description
Mpho is a minimalist single column theme that draws inspiration from short-sized posts and social networks. It prioritizes the post content and author, featuring a header with the author's bio and profile picture. With its simplicity, Mpho offers four style variations to suit different preferences.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Mpho?
WordPress.org reports 90+ active installs.
How popular is Mpho?
As of October 16, 2026, Mpho ranks #4434 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #4414.
When was Mpho last updated?
Mpho was last updated on September 15, 2026 (version 1.0.7). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes Mpho?
Mpho is developed by Automattic. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in May 2024.
