Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Stijl currently ranks #1497 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #491, first reached on Jul 7, 2026.
- Active installs grew from 10+ when we started tracking it in July 2026 to 50+ today — it crossed the 50+ mark around September 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.2, shipped on Sep 11, 2026 (42 days ago) — release #3 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-22 | #1497 |
| 2026-09-30 | #1320 |
| 2026-08-31 | #1207 |
| 2026-07-31 | #1073 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-22 | 50 |
| 2026-09-30 | 50 |
| 2026-08-31 | 40 |
| 2026-07-31 | 20 |
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 | 2 |
| 2026-08-31 | 2 |
| 2026-07-31 | 2 |
| 2026-06-30 | 4 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Automattic |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.2 |
| Versions released | 3 |
| Last updated | 2026-09-11 |
| Added to directory | 2026-06-22 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.9+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-07 |
Description
Stijl is a theme built on combining a strict modular grid with bold typography, strong rule lines, and primary-color accents to make structure visible on each page. Use it to publish essays, interviews, and case studies with clear hierarchy, curated series, and archive-first navigation—clean, fast, and unapologetically graphic.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Stijl?
WordPress.org reports 50+ active installs.
How popular is Stijl?
As of October 22, 2026, Stijl ranks #1497 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #491.
When was Stijl last updated?
Stijl was last updated on September 11, 2026 (version 1.0.2). It has shipped 3 releases in total.
Who makes Stijl?
Stijl is developed by Automattic. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in June 2026.
