Yes, Newsweek is completely free to use. It is available on WordPress.org at no cost.

How many websites use Newsweek?

Newsweek has 90 active installations as tracked by WordPress.org.

What are the best Newsweek alternatives?

Popular alternatives to Newsweek include Twenty Twenty-Five, Astra, Twenty Twenty-Four. You can compare them on our theme directory.

Does Newsweek work with the latest WordPress?

Newsweek requires WordPress false+ and PHP 5.3+. Check the theme's WordPress.org page for the latest compatibility information.

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Newsweek

Name: Newsweek
Author: ThemeinProgress.

By ThemeinProgress.·Blog·Free

·90 active installs·Updated 2 months ago

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As of April 2026, Newsweek is a WordPress theme with 90 active installations and a 0/5 rating. It has been downloaded 2.6K+ times in total. Requires WordPress false+ and PHP 5.3+. Available on WordPress.org since 2025. Recently updated within the last 3 months. Top alternative: Twenty Twenty-Five.

0/5Rating

90active installs

2.6K+total downloads

1 yearsince 2025

Overview

Newsweek is a WordPress theme designed for online newspapers and digital magazines, featuring a clean and well-organized layout. Its modern structure highlights recent content, popular posts, and trends, making it ideal for news websites. Fully customizable, it offers advanced options like Google Fonts and WooCommerce integration.

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