Description
At a glance
Common v1.0.8 — free WordPress theme download. Key facts: 900+ active installs · updated September 14, 2026 · requires WordPress 5.8+ & PHP 5.7+.
Common’s style is anything but ordinary and it speaks for itself. The unique combination of an uppercase monospaced font and aesthetically pleasing demo content creates an excellent foundation for any website. Common is perfect for showcasing photos, articles, or collections of content. With its ever-present sidebar menu, browsing through content is both effortless and enjoyable.
Frequently asked questions
What is Common?
Common is a free WordPress theme available under the GPL license. The current version is 1.0.8. It is active on over 900 websites.
Is Common free to download?
Yes — Common 1.0.8 is a free GPL download with no hidden fees, no account needed, and no feature locked behind a paywall in this package.
How do I install Common 1.0.8?
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 Common?
Common 1.0.8 requires WordPress 5.8 or higher and PHP 5.7 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 Common last updated?
Version 1.0.8 was last updated on September 14, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Common 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: 1.0.8
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.0.8 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | September 14, 2026 |
| Active installs | 900+ |
| Requires WordPress | 5.8 or higher |
| Requires PHP | 5.7 or higher |
| Author | Automattic |
| Tags | block-patterns, blog, custom-colors, custom-header, custom-logo, custom-menu, editor-style, featured-images, four-columns, full-site-editing, grid-layout, one-column |
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