Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Nexter currently ranks #559 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Active installs have held steady at 2K+ since we began tracking it in June 2026.
- It is averaging 44 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 18% versus the month before (53/day).
- The latest release, v4.2.18, shipped on Aug 26, 2026 (6 days ago) — release #63 since the theme joined the directory in 2021.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | #559 |
| 2026-08-31 | #565 |
| 2026-07-31 | #613 |
| 2026-06-30 | #637 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | 2,000 |
| 2026-08-31 | 2,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 2,000 |
| 2026-06-30 | 2,000 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | 78 |
| 2026-07-31 | 27 |
| 2026-06-30 | 448 |
| 2026-05-31 | 38 |
| 2026-04-30 | 34 |
| 2026-03-31 | 40 |
| 2026-02-28 | 35 |
| 2026-01-31 | 22 |
| 2025-12-31 | 25 |
| 2025-11-30 | 39 |
| 2025-10-31 | 26 |
| 2025-09-30 | 63 |
| 2025-08-31 | 11 |
| 2025-07-31 | 24 |
| 2025-06-30 | 81 |
| 2025-05-31 | 89 |
| 2025-04-30 | 42 |
| 2025-03-31 | 20 |
| 2025-02-28 | 36 |
| 2025-01-31 | 17 |
| 2024-12-31 | 21 |
| 2024-11-30 | 11 |
| 2024-10-31 | 6 |
| 2024-09-30 | 13 |
| 2024-08-31 | 34 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | POSIMYTH |
|---|---|
| Current version | 4.2.18 |
| Versions released | 63 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-26 |
| Added to directory | 2021-04-15 |
| Requires WordPress | 4.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-23 |
Description
Nexter Theme is an ultra-lightweight, multipurpose WordPress theme built with pure vanilla JavaScript, crafted specifically for users who are serious about performance, speed, and SEO. With a footprint of less than 50KB, it delivers blazing-fast load times, making it the perfect base for business websites, personal portfolios, blogs, and online stores. Designed with clean, SEO-friendly code, Nexter ensures better search engine visibility while offering rock-solid compatibility with popular tools like Elementor, The Plus Addons for Elementor, and the default Gutenberg Block Editor. It’s fully WooCommerce-ready, accessibility-ready, and RTL-compatible, making it suitable for a global and diverse audience. Nexter follows secure coding standards, is regularly updated, and ensures full compatibility with the latest WordPress versions. To get the most out of it, Nexter works best with Nexter Blocks and Nexter Extension—together, they bring powerful blocks, advanced design tools, and performance-focused features that elevate your website-building experience. Plus, with access to over 1000 ready-to-import website templates and sections, you can build and launch stunning websites faster than ever before. Whether you’re a developer, designer, agency, or entrepreneur, Nexter Theme is your go-to choice for building fast, flexible, and professional WordPress websites. Learn More – https://nexterwp.com/nexter-theme/
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Nexter?
WordPress.org reports 2K+ active installs.
How popular is Nexter?
As of September 1, 2026, Nexter ranks #559 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
When was Nexter last updated?
Nexter was last updated on August 26, 2026 (version 4.2.18). It has shipped 63 releases in total.
Who makes Nexter?
Nexter is developed by POSIMYTH. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in April 2021.
