Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Short News currently ranks #3286 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #3212, first reached on Aug 8, 2026.
- The latest release, v1.1.8, shipped on Jul 12, 2026 (50 days ago) — release #18 since the theme joined the directory in 2018.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | #3286 |
| 2026-07-31 | #3243 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | 400 |
| 2026-07-31 | 500 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | designlabthemes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.1.8 |
| Versions released | 18 |
| Last updated | 2026-07-12 |
| Added to directory | 2018-12-01 |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.4+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Short News is perfect for a news, newspaper, magazine or publishing site. We built Short News with performance, usability, and SEO in mind. It’s fast, lightweight, and fully AMP-compatible. Well documented and easy to use even for WordPress beginners. Share your news, stories, ideas and engage your users with a clean reading experience on all devices.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Short News?
WordPress.org reports 400+ active installs.
How popular is Short News?
As of August 31, 2026, Short News ranks #3286 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #3212.
When was Short News last updated?
Short News was last updated on July 12, 2026 (version 1.1.8). It has shipped 18 releases in total.
Who makes Short News?
Short News is developed by designlabthemes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in December 2018.
