Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Newsical currently ranks #1113 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #1050, first reached on Jul 27, 2026.
- The latest release, v2.1.5, shipped on Aug 28, 2026 (8 days ago) — release #80 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | #1113 |
| 2026-08-31 | #1105 |
| 2026-07-31 | #1061 |
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 | 400 |
| 2026-08-31 | 400 |
| 2026-07-31 | 400 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | AF themes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.1.5 |
| Versions released | 80 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-28 |
| Added to directory | 2024-12-09 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Newsical is a multipurpose WordPress child theme on the MoreNews platform, providing a vast collection of ready-to-use templates for blogs and news portals. It features 30+ custom widgets, advanced block patterns, and a header and footer builder for complete visual editing. Compatible with the Block Editor and leading page builders, it allows for the rapid launch of content-dense websites without code. The theme is responsive, AMP-ready, and optimized for Core Web Vitals and SEO standards. It integrates with WooCommerce and provides multilingual starter content and RTL support for international use. https://afthemes.com/products/newsical/
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Newsical?
WordPress.org reports 400+ active installs.
How popular is Newsical?
As of September 4, 2026, Newsical ranks #1113 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #1050.
When was Newsical last updated?
Newsical was last updated on August 28, 2026 (version 2.1.5). It has shipped 80 releases in total.
Who makes Newsical?
Newsical is developed by AF themes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in December 2024.
