Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Reliable News currently ranks #4939 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #3691, first reached on Sep 28, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.3, shipped on Aug 3, 2026 (88 days ago) — release #4 since the theme joined the directory in 2024.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-30 | #4939 |
| 2026-09-30 | #3702 |
| 2026-08-31 | #4708 |
| 2026-07-31 | #4501 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-30 | 80 |
| 2026-09-30 | 100 |
| 2026-08-31 | 80 |
| 2026-07-31 | 90 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-26 | 1 |
| 2026-09-29 | 1 |
| 2026-08-31 | 2 |
| 2026-07-29 | 1 |
| 2026-06-29 | 1 |
| 2026-05-19 | 1 |
| 2026-04-30 | 2 |
| 2026-03-30 | 1 |
| 2026-02-24 | 1 |
| 2026-01-30 | 2 |
| 2025-12-25 | 1 |
| 2025-11-18 | 2 |
| 2025-10-31 | 1 |
| 2025-09-30 | 1 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Ascendoor |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.3 |
| Versions released | 4 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-03 |
| Added to directory | 2024-02-16 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 8.0+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Reliable News ( child theme of Bright News ) is a WordPress theme designed specifically for various types of websites related to news, including magazines, publishers, blogs, editors, online and gaming magazines, and personal blogs. It provides impressive demos for a quick start, featuring a flexible layout with numerous color options and diverse blog designs. The theme is optimized for SEO, utilizing a widget-based design that allows extensive customization for easy content management. With full responsiveness, it ensures seamless functionality across a range of devices, including mobile devices, tablets, laptops, and desktops. This WordPress magazine theme is known for its simplicity, user-friendly interface, contemporary appearance, and creative elements. Explore the demo at: https://demos.ascendoor.com/reliable-news/
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Reliable News?
WordPress.org reports 80+ active installs.
How popular is Reliable News?
As of October 30, 2026, Reliable News ranks #4939 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #3691.
When was Reliable News last updated?
Reliable News was last updated on August 3, 2026 (version 1.0.3). It has shipped 4 releases in total.
Who makes Reliable News?
Reliable News is developed by Ascendoor. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in February 2024.
