Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- Viral Mag currently ranks #1106 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- The latest release, v2.1.0, shipped on Aug 16, 2026 (15 days ago) — release #54 since the theme joined the directory in 2021.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-31 | #1106 |
| 2026-07-31 | #1152 |
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 | 1,000 |
| 2026-07-31 | 1,000 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Downloads per day
Details
| Author | hashthemes |
|---|---|
| Current version | 2.1.0 |
| Versions released | 54 |
| Last updated | 2026-08-16 |
| Added to directory | 2021-06-22 |
| Requires WordPress | — |
| Requires PHP | 7.2+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Create a bold, modern, and content-rich online presence with Viral Mag, a powerful and SEO-optimized WordPress magazine theme built for news portals, digital magazines, personal blogs, and publishing websites. Featuring a clean and lightweight design, Viral Mag delivers blazing-fast performance and a fully responsive layout that looks stunning on all devices. With Elementor compatibility and the Hash Elements plugin, you can easily craft visually striking, custom layouts using pre-designed magazine blocks—no coding required. Whether you're sharing the latest in technology, lifestyle, entertainment, fashion, or business, Viral Mag gives you complete control with multiple header styles, archive layouts, unlimited color options, and access to over 800 Google Fonts for refined typography. It’s translation-ready, supports RTL languages, and is WPML-compatible, making it perfect for reaching a global audience. Ideal for bloggers, editors, and publishers who want a professional, flexible, and high-performance platform to engage readers and grow their brand. DEMO: https://demo.hashthemes.com/viral-mag/
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use Viral Mag?
WordPress.org reports 1K+ active installs.
How popular is Viral Mag?
As of August 31, 2026, Viral Mag ranks #1106 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
When was Viral Mag last updated?
Viral Mag was last updated on August 16, 2026 (version 2.1.0). It has shipped 54 releases in total.
Who makes Viral Mag?
Viral Mag is developed by hashthemes. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in June 2021.
