Description
At a glance
Looking for Kahel v1.0.0? It is available here as a free GPL download for WordPress — 40+ active installs · updated September 7, 2026 · requires WordPress 6.7+ & PHP 7.4+.
Kahel takes its name from the Filipino word for orange, an inspiration reflected in its warm citrus palette, energetic personality, and distinctive editorial style. Built as a native WordPress block theme, it gives publishers, writers, creatives, and organizations a polished foundation for blogs, journals, magazines, and story-driven websites. Kahel works with the Site Editor and core WordPress blocks without requiring a page builder or custom-block plugin. Its coordinated templates, patterns, block styles, expressive layouts, and customizable global styles make it approachable for new users while offering the flexibility experienced creators need.
Frequently asked questions
What is Kahel?
Kahel is a free WordPress theme available under the GPL license. The current version is 1.0.0. It is active on over 40 websites.
Is Kahel free to download?
Yes — Kahel 1.0.0 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 Kahel 1.0.0?
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 Kahel?
Kahel 1.0.0 requires WordPress 6.7 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 Kahel last updated?
Version 1.0.0 was last updated on September 7, 2026. This page is refreshed automatically, so the download here always matches the newest version we have verified.
Is the Kahel 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: 1.0.0
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.0.0 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | September 7, 2026 |
| Active installs | 40+ |
| Requires WordPress | 6.7 or higher |
| Requires PHP | 7.4 or higher |
| Author | Rolly Bueno |
| Tags | block-patterns, block-styles, blog, custom-colors, custom-logo, editor-style, featured-images, full-site-editing, news, one-column, translation-ready, wide-blocks |
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