Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- NewsCorp currently ranks #388 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #39, first reached on Jun 13, 2025.
- Active installs have held steady at 800+ since we began tracking it in July 2025.
- It is averaging 21 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 31% versus the month before (30/day).
- The latest release, v2.1.5, shipped on Aug 28, 2026 (7 days ago) — release #51 since the theme joined the directory in 2025.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | #388 |
| 2026-08-31 | #353 |
| 2026-07-31 | #327 |
| 2026-06-30 | #297 |
| 2025-07-21 | #50 |
| 2025-06-30 | #42 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | 800 |
| 2026-08-31 | 800 |
| 2026-07-31 | 900 |
| 2026-06-30 | 900 |
| 2025-07-21 | 1 |
| 2025-06-30 | 700 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-03 | 14 |
| 2026-08-31 | 28 |
| 2026-07-31 | 3 |
| 2026-06-30 | 12 |
| 2026-05-31 | 4 |
| 2026-04-30 | 191 |
| 2026-03-31 | 19 |
| 2026-02-28 | 7 |
| 2026-01-31 | 17 |
| 2025-12-31 | 9 |
| 2025-11-30 | 16 |
| 2025-10-31 | 66 |
| 2025-09-30 | 21 |
| 2025-08-31 | 20 |
| 2025-07-31 | 62 |
| 2025-06-30 | 66 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | AF themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.1.5 |
| Versions released | 51 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-28 |
| Added to directory | 2025-05-30 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2025-06-13 |
Description
NewsCorp is an enterprise-grade WordPress child theme for MoreNews, tailored for professional news organizations and publishing houses requiring newspaper-grade layouts. It bundles specialized template kits and starter sites with a versatile header and footer builder to facilitate complex site architectures. The theme provides deep integration for the Block Editor and leading page builders, ensuring editorial teams can manage content-rich homepages without code. Built for performance and reliability, it is AMP-ready, SEO-optimized, and follows WCAG accessibility standards. It supports WooCommerce and includes RTL-ready demos in English, Spanish, French, and Arabic. https://afthemes.com/products/newscorp/
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use NewsCorp?
WordPress.org reports 800+ active installs.
How popular is NewsCorp?
As of September 4, 2026, NewsCorp ranks #388 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #39.
When was NewsCorp last updated?
NewsCorp was last updated on August 28, 2026 (version 2.1.5). It has shipped 51 releases in total.
Who makes NewsCorp?
NewsCorp is developed by AF themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in May 2025.
