Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Newsum currently ranks #161 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #85, first reached on Sep 22, 2026.
- It is averaging 33 downloads/day over the last 30 days.
- The latest release, v1.0.4, shipped on Oct 5, 2026 (11 days ago) — release #5 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-16 | #161 |
| 2026-09-30 | #115 |
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Active installs
Active installs — data table
| Date | Active installs |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-16 | 100 |
| 2026-09-30 | 100 |
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Downloads per day
Downloads per day — data table
| Date | Downloads per day |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-15 | 24 |
| 2026-09-30 | 62 |
| 2026-08-30 | 1 |
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Details
| Author | WPMatcha |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.4 |
| Versions released | 5 |
| Last updated | 2026-10-05 |
| Added to directory | 2026-09-07 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-09-22 |
Description
Newsum is a high-contrast, modern editorial news and magazine WordPress theme engineered for tech journals, daily news blogs, startups, and investigative publications. Features multiple dynamic hero layouts, interactive reading time, custom widgets, live customizer controls, block patterns, and full accessibility compliance.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Newsum?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Newsum?
As of October 16, 2026, Newsum ranks #161 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #85.
When was Newsum last updated?
Newsum was last updated on October 5, 2026 (version 1.0.4). It has shipped 5 releases in total.
Who makes Newsum?
Newsum is developed by WPMatcha. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in September 2026.
