Description
At a glance
Looking for Highlight v1.0.69? It is available here as a free GPL download for WordPress — 8K+ active installs · 4.9/5 rating from 29 reviews · updated August 12, 2026 · requires PHP 5.6+.
Highlight is an incredibly flexible, multipurpose WordPress theme that can help you create an amazing website easier than ever, by drag and drop. It comes with a predesigned home page, 5 header designs and over 30 ready to use content sections that you can easily customize. It also has lots of customization options (video background, slideshow background, header content types, gradient overlays, etc) that will help you create a beautiful, unique website in no time. Highlight is responsive so it works on mobile devices out of the box and it is also WooCommerce ready.
Frequently asked questions
What is Highlight?
Highlight is a free WordPress theme available under the GPL license. The current version is 1.0.69. It is active on over 8K websites.
Is Highlight free to download?
Yes — Highlight 1.0.69 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 29 reviews.
How do I install Highlight 1.0.69?
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 Highlight?
Highlight 1.0.69 requires PHP 5.6 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 Highlight last updated?
Version 1.0.69 was last updated on August 12, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Highlight 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: 1.0.69
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.0.69 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | August 12, 2026 |
| Active installs | 8,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★★ 4.9/5 (29 reviews) |
| Requires PHP | 5.6 or higher |
| Author | Extend Themes |
| Tags | custom-header, custom-logo, custom-menu, entertainment, featured-images, food-and-drink, full-width-template, grid-layout, one-column, portfolio, right-sidebar, theme-options |
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