Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Substrata currently ranks #606 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #201, first reached on Jun 7, 2026.
- Active installs have held steady at 100+ since we began tracking it in June 2026.
- It is averaging 2 downloads/day over the last 30 days, down 9% versus the month before (2/day).
- The latest release, v1.0.2, shipped on Apr 26, 2026 (179 days ago) — release #2 since the theme joined the directory in 2026.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-22 | #606 |
| 2026-09-30 | #540 |
| 2026-08-31 | #455 |
| 2026-07-31 | #423 |
| 2026-06-30 | #308 |
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 | 100 |
| 2026-09-30 | 100 |
| 2026-08-31 | 100 |
| 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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-21 | 3 |
| 2026-09-29 | 2 |
| 2026-08-30 | 1 |
| 2026-07-31 | 2 |
| 2026-06-30 | 1 |
| 2026-05-31 | 4 |
| 2026-04-30 | 8 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Automattic |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.2 |
| Versions released | 2 |
| Last updated | 2026-04-26 |
| Added to directory | 2026-04-26 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.8+ |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ |
| Type | Block theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-06-07 |
Description
Substrata is a minimalist blog or portfolio designed for researchers, writers, and storytellers working with field notes and reflective essays.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Substrata?
WordPress.org reports 100+ active installs.
How popular is Substrata?
As of October 22, 2026, Substrata ranks #606 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #201.
When was Substrata last updated?
Substrata was last updated on April 26, 2026 (version 1.0.2). It has shipped 2 releases in total.
Who makes Substrata?
Substrata is developed by Automattic. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in April 2026.
