Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Papanek currently ranks #1934 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #1878, first reached on Aug 6, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.2.5, shipped on Jun 5, 2025 (453 days ago) — release #19 since the theme joined the directory in 2023.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-01 | #1934 |
| 2026-08-31 | #1927 |
| 2026-07-31 | #1886 |
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 | 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 | Roman Fink |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.2.5 |
| Versions released | 19 |
| Last updated | 2025-06-05 |
| Added to directory | 2023-05-15 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.2+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.7+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Papanek is a minimalistic block theme with Full Site Editing features, developed for agencies and freelancers to quickly launch a simple and clear website. Create effortless, simple, and clear landing pages with 54 ready-to-use patterns. Inspired by Victor Papanek.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Papanek?
WordPress.org reports 400+ active installs.
How popular is Papanek?
As of September 1, 2026, Papanek ranks #1934 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #1878.
When was Papanek last updated?
Papanek was last updated on June 5, 2025 (version 1.2.5). It has shipped 19 releases in total.
Who makes Papanek?
Papanek is developed by Roman Fink. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in May 2023.
