Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- NewsContrast currently ranks #166 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #22, first reached on Aug 11, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 300+ since we began tracking it in August 2026.
- It is averaging 17 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 10% versus the month before (19/day).
- The latest release, v1.0.16, shipped on Oct 13, 2026 (9 days ago) — release #17 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-22 | #166 |
| 2026-09-30 | #125 |
| 2026-08-31 | #82 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-22 | 300 |
| 2026-09-30 | 300 |
| 2026-08-31 | 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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-21 | 10 |
| 2026-09-30 | 4 |
| 2026-08-31 | 19 |
| 2026-07-31 | 17 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | AF themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.16 |
| Versions released | 17 |
| Last updated | 2026-10-13 |
| Added to directory | 2026-07-20 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-08-04 |
Description
NewsContrast is a fast, responsive, and SEO-friendly WordPress theme for news sites, online magazines, blogs, publishers, and content-rich websites. It includes 50+ ready-to-import starter sites compatible with the Block Editor, Elementor, and other popular page builders, making it easy to launch a professional website. The theme offers flexible layouts, customizable widgets, block patterns, multiple banner styles, light and dark mode, WooCommerce support, RTL compatibility, multilingual readiness, and accessibility-focused design. NewsContrast also works seamlessly with popular plugins such as Jetpack, Yoast SEO, and Contact Form 7, helping you create a modern, high-performance website with an excellent user experience. View Demo: https://demos.afthemes.com/covernews/newscontrast/
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use NewsContrast?
WordPress.org reports 300+ active installs.
How popular is NewsContrast?
As of October 22, 2026, NewsContrast ranks #166 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #22.
When was NewsContrast last updated?
NewsContrast was last updated on October 13, 2026 (version 1.0.16). It has shipped 17 releases in total.
Who makes NewsContrast?
NewsContrast is developed by AF themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in July 2026.
