Description
At a glance
CentralNews v3.1.7 — free WordPress theme download. Key facts: 1K+ active installs · 5/5 rating from 10 reviews · updated September 22, 2026 · requires WordPress 4.0+ & PHP 5.0+.
CentralNews is a user-friendly WordPress child theme built on MoreNews for news, blogs and magazines that prioritize editorial simplicity and quick setup; it features 1-click demo import, live customizer controls, 9+ custom widgets, multiple banner options, header/footer builder compatibility, light/dark mode, and works with Gutenberg, Elementor and WooCommerce; CentralNews is AMP-ready, SEO and Core Web Vitals optimized, multilingual and RTL-ready, and ideal for publishers who want a straightforward, polished site with strong performance and easy content management. https://afthemes.com/products/centralnews/
Frequently asked questions
What is CentralNews?
CentralNews is a free WordPress theme available under the GPL license. The current version is 3.1.7. It is active on over 1K websites.
Is CentralNews free to download?
Yes — CentralNews 3.1.7 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 5 out of 5 based on 10 reviews.
How do I install CentralNews 3.1.7?
Download the ZIP file from this page, then in your WordPress dashboard go to Appearance → Themes → Add New → Upload Theme, choose the file, click Install Now, then Activate. The theme works immediately after activation — no license key or extra setup is required for the core features.
What are the requirements for CentralNews?
CentralNews 3.1.7 requires WordPress 4.0 or higher and PHP 5.0 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 CentralNews last updated?
Version 3.1.7 was last updated on September 22, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the CentralNews 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: 3.1.7
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 3.1.7 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | September 22, 2026 |
| Active installs | 1,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★★ 5/5 (10 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 4.0 or higher |
| Requires PHP | 5.0 or higher |
| Author | AF themes |
| Tags | block-patterns, block-styles, blog, custom-background, custom-colors, custom-header, custom-logo, custom-menu, entertainment, featured-images, flexible-header, footer-widgets |
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