Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- PaperoNews currently ranks #397 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #182, first reached on Sep 9, 2026.
- Active installs grew from 40+ when we started tracking it in September 2026 to 90+ today — it crossed the 90+ mark around September 2026.
- It is averaging 6 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 57% versus the month before (14/day).
- The latest release, v1.0.0, shipped on Aug 22, 2026 (57 days ago).
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-18 | #397 |
| 2026-09-30 | #274 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-18 | 90 |
| 2026-09-30 | 80 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-17 | 3 |
| 2026-09-30 | 5 |
| 2026-08-31 | 12 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | alexvtn |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.0 |
| Versions released | 1 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-22 |
| Added to directory | 2026-08-22 |
| Requires WordPress | — |
| Requires PHP | 5.3+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-09-06 |
Description
PaperoNews is a WordPress theme designed for online newspapers and digital magazines, featuring a clean and well-structured layout. Its modern design highlights breaking news, popular articles, and trending topics, making it ideal for news websites. Fully customizable, it includes advanced options such as Google Fonts integration and WooCommerce support, allowing you to combine editorial content with e-commerce features seamlessly.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use PaperoNews?
WordPress.org reports 90+ active installs.
How popular is PaperoNews?
As of October 18, 2026, PaperoNews ranks #397 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #182.
When was PaperoNews last updated?
PaperoNews was last updated on August 22, 2026 (version 1.0.0).
Who makes PaperoNews?
PaperoNews is developed by alexvtn. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in August 2026.
