Kadence PRO
Download PRO v1.2.5
Download Free v1.5.2
Requires the free Kadence theme — use Download Free below (via WordPress.org) and install & activate it first, then install the PRO version.
PRO version v1.2.5 · free version v1.5.2 included
Kadence PRO — Features
Kadence Pro is the premium add-on for the Kadence theme, one of the fastest and most flexible free WordPress themes available. The free Kadence theme already covers the essentials with a superb customizer experience, but Pro removes every ceiling: Hooked Elements inject banners, CTAs, or code at 40+ locations with conditional display rules; header and footer builder addons unlock advanced layouts; Ultimate Menu builds proper mega menus; and the WooCommerce Shop Kit transforms product pages with variation swatches and custom layouts. Pro blocks and patterns extend the Gutenberg editor, while Adobe Fonts and custom icon uploads handle branding. Everything follows Kadence's performance-first philosophy — no bloat, just capability. Pair it with the free Kadence theme (download button on this page) for a fully custom site without a page builder.
- Header and footer builder addon elements
- Hooked elements — inject content anywhere via 40+ hooks
- Ultimate Menu with mega menu builder
- Pro blocks, patterns, and design library
- WooCommerce Shop Kit for custom product pages
- Custom fonts, Adobe Fonts, and icon upload
- Conditional display rules for elements
- Performance-first code with no bloat
Kadence: Free vs PRO
| Feature | Free | PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Kadence theme customizer | Full | Full + Pro addons |
| Hooked Elements | — | 40+ locations + conditions |
| Header/footer builder | Standard | Advanced addons |
| Mega menu | — | Ultimate Menu |
| WooCommerce Shop Kit | — | Custom product layouts |
| Adobe Fonts & icons | — | Full |
Kadence PRO — FAQs
Is the free Kadence theme enough?
The free Kadence theme is a complete, fast theme on its own. Kadence Pro (this add-on) unlocks the premium builder features — hooked elements, header/footer addons, mega menus, and the WooCommerce shop kit.
Can I insert content anywhere on the site?
Yes. Hooked Elements let you inject content — banners, CTAs, custom code — at 40+ locations (headers, footers, before content, and more) with conditional display rules.
Does it improve WooCommerce stores?
Yes. The WooCommerce Shop Kit adds custom product page layouts, variation swatches, and shop customizer controls that go well beyond the free theme's store options.
Pairs with the free Kadence theme to build fully custom layouts without a page builder.
Description
At a glance
Kadence v1.5.2 is a free WordPress theme, and the PRO v1.2.5 premium version is available on this page too — 500K+ active installs · 4.9/5 rating from 455 reviews · updated July 24, 2026 · requires WordPress 6.3+ & PHP 7.4+.
Kadence Theme is a lightweight yet full featured WordPress theme for creating beautiful fast loading and accessible websites, easier than ever. It features an easy to use drag and drop header and footer builder to build any type of header in minutes. It features a full library of gorgeous starter templates that are easy to modify with our intelligent global font and color controls. With extensive integration with the most popular 3rd party plugins, you can quickly build impressive ecommerce websites, course websites, business websites, and more.
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I download Kadence?
Kadence 1.5.2 is the latest version. It is a WordPress theme you can download here free of charge under the GPL license, with the complete feature set included and no trial limitations. It holds a 4.9/5 rating from 455 user reviews.
Does Kadence cost anything?
No. Kadence 1.5.2 is 100% free — the full GPL version, not a trial or demo. There are no download limits, no accounts to create, and no upsells during the download. A separate premium PRO edition with additional features is also listed on this page.
How do I install Kadence 1.5.2?
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 Kadence?
Kadence 1.5.2 requires WordPress 6.3 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 Kadence last updated?
Version 1.5.2 was last updated on July 24, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Kadence 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: 1.5.2
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| PRO version | 1.2.5 |
|---|---|
| Free version | 1.5.2 |
| Last updated | July 24, 2026 |
| Active installs | 500,000+ |
| Rating | ★★★★★ 4.9/5 (455 reviews) |
| Requires WordPress | 6.3 or higher |
| Requires PHP | 7.4 or higher |
| Author | Nexcess |
| Tags | accessibility-ready, blog, custom-background, custom-colors, custom-logo, custom-menu, e-commerce, editor-style, featured-images, footer-widgets, full-width-template, left-sidebar |
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