Highlights · computed from our daily tracking data
- WhiteBlack Classic currently ranks #4183 in the WordPress.org popular themes list.
- Its best position in our tracking is #4070, first reached on Oct 17, 2026.
- Active installs grew from 60+ when we started tracking it in July 2026 to 70+ today — it crossed the 70+ mark around September 2026.
- The latest release, v1.0.6, shipped on Mar 12, 2025 (589 days ago) — release #7 since the theme joined the directory in 2025.
Ranking history
Ranking history — data table
| Date | Ranking history |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-22 | #4183 |
| 2026-09-30 | #4110 |
| 2026-08-31 | #4249 |
| 2026-07-31 | #4263 |
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 | 70 |
| 2026-09-30 | 70 |
| 2026-08-31 | 60 |
| 2026-07-31 | 60 |
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 |
|---|---|
| 2026-10-02 | 2 |
| 2026-09-28 | 1 |
| 2026-08-30 | 1 |
| 2026-07-28 | 1 |
| 2026-06-27 | 1 |
| 2026-05-31 | 1 |
| 2026-04-29 | 1 |
| 2026-03-31 | 3 |
| 2026-02-28 | 1 |
| 2026-01-31 | 1 |
| 2025-12-31 | 1 |
| 2025-11-30 | 2 |
| 2025-10-31 | 2 |
Latest reading of each month from our daily snapshots; the chart holds the full daily history.
Details
| Author | Tommaso G. Scibilia |
|---|---|
| Current version | 1.0.6 |
| Versions released | 7 |
| Last updated | 2025-03-12 |
| Added to directory | 2025-02-28 |
| Requires WordPress | 6.7+ |
| Requires PHP | 5.7+ |
| Type | Classic theme |
| First tracked here | 2026-07-23 |
Description
Simple white and black theme. This theme offers nine different filter effects for images and featured images. It also offers an effect that shows or hides the filter as the cursor hovers over the image. This is the classic version of the WhiteBlack theme. This theme runs in two columns. In this version, besides image filter effects, there are four widget areas, a menu area, an extra single column template for pages, an extra single column template for posts, custom logo, responsive design, the option to add copyright in the footer, a selector to show or hide the login link.
Frequently asked questions
How many websites use WhiteBlack Classic?
WordPress.org reports 70+ active installs.
How popular is WhiteBlack Classic?
As of October 22, 2026, WhiteBlack Classic ranks #4183 in the WordPress.org popular themes list. Its best position in our tracking is #4070.
When was WhiteBlack Classic last updated?
WhiteBlack Classic was last updated on March 12, 2025 (version 1.0.6). It has shipped 7 releases in total.
Who makes WhiteBlack Classic?
WhiteBlack Classic is developed by Tommaso G. Scibilia. It joined the WordPress.org theme directory in February 2025.
