Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Newspaper X currently ranks #3241 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #3229, first reached on Oct 13, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.4.2, shipped on Sep 17, 2026 (30 days ago) — release #18 since the theme joined the directory in 2017.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-17 | #3241 |
| 2026-09-30 | #3314 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-17 | 600 |
| 2026-09-30 | 500 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-24 | 9 |
| 2026-08-29 | 1 |
| 2026-07-30 | 1 |
| 2026-06-27 | 2 |
| 2026-05-31 | 1 |
| 2026-04-30 | 6 |
| 2026-03-31 | 2 |
| 2026-02-28 | 1 |
| 2026-01-31 | 2 |
| 2025-12-31 | 1 |
| 2025-11-30 | 2 |
| 2025-10-30 | 1 |
| 2025-09-30 | 1 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Silkalns |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.4.2 |
| Versions released | 18 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-17 |
| Added to directory | 2017-05-18 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-09-14 |
Description
When it comes to WordPress themes for magazines, users have certain expectations. The perfect theme should be fast, easy to customize, secure, and eye-grabbing. Clean but dazzling, Newspaper X meets even the highest demands. If you were looking for a news theme to help you create a unique and recognizable brand image, look no more.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Newspaper X?
WordPress.org reports 600+ active installs.
How popular is Newspaper X?
As of October 17, 2026, Newspaper X ranks #3241 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #3229.
When was Newspaper X last updated?
Newspaper X was last updated on September 17, 2026 (version 1.4.2). It has shipped 18 releases in total.
Who makes Newspaper X?
Newspaper X is developed by Silkalns. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in May 2017.
