Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Premier News currently ranks #567 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #95, first reached on Jun 2, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 100+ since we began tracking it in June 2026.
- It is averaging 3 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 32% versus the month before (5/day).
- The latest release, v1.0.2, shipped on Aug 6, 2026 (30 days ago) — release #3 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-05 | #567 |
| 2026-08-31 | #546 |
| 2026-07-31 | #388 |
| 2026-06-30 | #229 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-05 | 100 |
| 2026-08-31 | 100 |
| 2026-07-31 | 100 |
| 2026-06-30 | 100 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | 1 |
| 2026-08-31 | 4 |
| 2026-07-31 | 8 |
| 2026-06-30 | 6 |
| 2026-05-31 | 12 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Ascendoor |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.2 |
| Versions released | 3 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-06 |
| Added to directory | 2026-05-19 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 8.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-02 |
Description
Premier News is a sleek, contemporary WordPress theme crafted for news websites, online magazines, and content-rich platforms. Featuring a clean, minimalist design and an intuitive layout, it provides versatile customization options, including adjustable color schemes and widget-ready sections for easy personalization. Built with performance and SEO in mind, the theme delivers fast loading speeds while enhancing search engine visibility. Its fully responsive structure ensures a seamless viewing experience across all devices and browsers, making it an ideal solution for bloggers, journalists, and digital publishers. Check the theme documentation at: https://docs.ascendoor.com/docs/premier-news/ and demo at: https://demos.ascendoor.com/premier-news/
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Premier News?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Premier News?
As of September 5, 2026, Premier News ranks #567 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #95.
When was Premier News last updated?
Premier News was last updated on August 6, 2026 (version 1.0.2). It has shipped 3 releases in total.
Who makes Premier News?
Premier News is developed by Ascendoor. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in May 2026.
