Description
At a glance
Looking for Child Theme Wizard v1.5? It is available here as a free GPL download for WordPress — 10K+ active installs · 4.9/5 rating from 36 reviews · updated June 22, 2026 · requires WordPress 5.0+ & PHP 7.4+.
The Child Theme Wizard lets you create a new child theme without the need for additional tools, right from within the WordPress admin interface. Once activated you can find it under Tools – Child Theme Wizard.
Specify a parent theme, customise options such as title and description and click Create Child Theme. Upon success you will find your new theme under Appearance – Themes.
You have the option to include GPL License Terms if you wish. The Wizard will automatically create a thumbnail too.
To find out more about child themes and why they are useful, please read the WordPress Developer Docs on Child Themes.
Frequently asked questions
What is Child Theme Wizard?
Child Theme Wizard is a free WordPress plugin available under the GPL license. The current version is 1.5. It is active on over 10K websites.
Is Child Theme Wizard free to download?
Yes — Child Theme Wizard 1.5 is a free GPL download with no hidden fees, no account needed, and no feature locked behind a paywall in this package. Users rate it 4.9 out of 5 based on 36 reviews.
How do I install Child Theme Wizard 1.5?
Download the ZIP file from this page, then in your WordPress dashboard go to Plugins → Add New → Upload Plugin, choose the file, click Install Now, then Activate. The plugin works immediately after activation — no license key or extra setup is required for the core features.
What are the requirements for Child Theme Wizard?
Child Theme Wizard 1.5 requires WordPress 5.0 or higher and PHP 7.4 or higher. Most modern WordPress hosts already meet these versions. Running older versions may cause features to break, so update WordPress and PHP first if your site is behind.
When was Child Theme Wizard last updated?
Version 1.5 was last updated on June 22, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Child Theme Wizard download safe?
The file is sourced directly from the official WordPress.org repository — the same file the developer published. It is served unmodified, so what you install here is byte-identical to the official release.
Version: 1.5
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.5 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | June 22, 2026 |
| Active installs | 10,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★★ 4.9/5 (36 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 5.0 or higher |
| Requires PHP | 7.4 or higher |
| Author | Jay Versluis |
| Tags | child-theme, creator, generator, one-click, starter |
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