Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Shanti currently ranks #1455 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #591, first reached on Jun 23, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.1.0, shipped on May 12, 2026 (159 days ago) — release #5 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-17 | #1455 |
| 2026-09-30 | #1307 |
| 2026-08-31 | #1126 |
| 2026-07-31 | #874 |
| 2026-06-30 | #627 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-17 | 90 |
| 2026-09-30 | 90 |
| 2026-08-31 | 90 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-09-24 | 1 |
| 2026-08-31 | 6 |
| 2026-07-31 | 1 |
| 2026-06-30 | 2 |
| 2026-05-31 | 2 |
| 2026-04-30 | 6 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Harish Chouhan |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1.0 |
| Versions released | 5 |
| Last updated | 2026-05-12 |
| Added to directory | 2026-04-08 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-23 |
Description
A purpose-built block theme for personal blogs, designed around portrait featured images and crafted for clear, readable content. Shanti is ideal for documenting life, travel, or thoughts — with simple layouts, generous spacing, and no visual clutter. Built entirely with WordPress blocks and Full Site Editing, it gives you full creative control while letting your words take center stage.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Shanti?
WordPress.org reports 90+ active installs.
How popular is Shanti?
As of October 17, 2026, Shanti ranks #1455 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #591.
When was Shanti last updated?
Shanti was last updated on May 12, 2026 (version 1.1.0). It has shipped 5 releases in total.
Who makes Shanti?
Shanti is developed by Harish Chouhan. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in April 2026.
