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· Current rank #641
Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Open News currently ranks #641 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #554, first reached on Jul 11, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 300+ since we began tracking it in June 2026.
- It is averaging 2 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 17% versus the month before (2/day).
- The latest release, v1.0.0, shipped on Mar 15, 2026 (169 days ago).
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | #641 |
| 2026-07-31 | #589 |
| 2026-06-30 | #560 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | 300 |
| 2026-07-31 | 300 |
| 2026-06-30 | 300 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-28 | 1 |
| 2026-07-31 | 1 |
| 2026-06-30 | 2 |
| 2026-05-31 | 2 |
| 2026-04-30 | 3 |
| 2026-03-31 | 2 |
| 2026-02-28 | 2 |
| 2026-01-31 | 4 |
| 2025-12-31 | 16 |
| 2025-11-30 | 41 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | artifythemes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.0 |
| Versions released | 1 |
| Last updated | 2026-03-15 |
| Added to directory | 2025-11-26 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-23 |
Description
Open News is a sleek and versatile WordPress theme built for professional bloggers. Combining lightweight performance with extensive customization options, it’s perfectly suited for niches like fashion, lifestyle, travel, food, and photography. Fully responsive and mobile-friendly, the theme is optimized for speed, accessibility, and smooth user experience. With cross-browser compatibility and translation-ready features, Open News ensures your content looks flawless and performs seamlessly across all devices and languages. Live preview : https://demo.artifythemes.com/open-news/
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Open News?
WordPress.org reports 300+ active installs.
How popular is Open News?
As of August 31, 2026, Open News ranks #641 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #554.
When was Open News last updated?
Open News was last updated on March 15, 2026 (version 1.0.0).
Who makes Open News?
Open News is developed by artifythemes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in November 2025.
