Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Punk currently ranks #930 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #203, first reached on Jun 21, 2026.
- Active installs grew from 40+ when we started tracking it in June 2026 to 100+ today — it crossed the 100+ mark around October 2026.
- It is averaging 3 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 21% versus the month before (3/day).
- The latest release, v1.0.8, shipped on Sep 11, 2026 (44 days ago) — release #3 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-25 | #930 |
| 2026-09-30 | #868 |
| 2026-08-31 | #726 |
| 2026-07-31 | #503 |
| 2026-06-30 | #259 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-25 | 100 |
| 2026-09-30 | 90 |
| 2026-08-31 | 80 |
| 2026-07-31 | 70 |
| 2026-06-30 | 60 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-24 | 5 |
| 2026-09-30 | 1 |
| 2026-08-31 | 1 |
| 2026-07-31 | 1 |
| 2026-06-30 | 8 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Automattic |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.8 |
| Versions released | 3 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-11 |
| Added to directory | 2026-06-06 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.8+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-21 |
Description
Punk is a theme for the ones who won’t behave. Made for bands, musicians, and bloggers who’d rather break the rules than follow them. The built-in halftone imagery pushes a scruffy, unapologetic aesthetic inspired by photocopied flyers and torn-up zines.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Punk?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Punk?
As of October 25, 2026, Punk ranks #930 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #203.
When was Punk last updated?
Punk was last updated on September 11, 2026 (version 1.0.8). It has shipped 3 releases in total.
Who makes Punk?
Punk is developed by Automattic. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in June 2026.
