Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- News Word currently ranks #6165 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #6006, first reached on Jul 25, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.33, shipped on Aug 18, 2026 (16 days ago) — release #32 since the theme joined the directory in 2023.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-03 | #6165 |
| 2026-08-31 | #6139 |
| 2026-07-31 | #6070 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-03 | 50 |
| 2026-08-31 | 50 |
| 2026-07-31 | 50 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | Silk Themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.33 |
| Versions released | 32 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-18 |
| Added to directory | 2023-12-14 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.6+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
News Word ( Newspaperss Child Theme ) is a WordPress theme designed specifically for various types of websites related to news, including magazines, publishers, blogs, editors, online and gaming magazines, and personal blogs. It is also optimized for SEO, and its design is widget-based, allowing extensive customization for content management. It is fully responsive, ensuring smooth performance on mobile devices, tablets, laptops, and desktops.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use News Word?
WordPress.org reports 50+ active installs.
How popular is News Word?
As of September 3, 2026, News Word ranks #6165 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #6006.
When was News Word last updated?
News Word was last updated on August 18, 2026 (version 1.0.33). It has shipped 32 releases in total.
Who makes News Word?
News Word is developed by Silk Themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in December 2023.
