Description
At a glance
NewsCom v1.1.7 — free WordPress theme download. Key facts: 600+ active installs · updated September 22, 2026 · requires WordPress 4.0+ & PHP 5.0+.
NewsCom is a WordPress theme designed for news websites, online magazines, blogs, and other content-focused sites. Built on the ReviewNews theme framework, it uses a dark color scheme and includes customizable header and footer layouts compatible with the Block Editor (Gutenberg) and popular page builders such as Elementor, Divi, and Brizy. The theme provides multiple layout options, built-in widgets, block patterns, and starter site designs, and supports WooCommerce, AMP, responsive layouts, multilingual and RTL languages. NewsCom is developed following WordPress coding standards with consideration for accessibility, SEO structure, and performance compatibility. Explore all features at https://afthemes.com/products/newscom/
Frequently asked questions
What is NewsCom?
NewsCom is a free WordPress theme available under the GPL license. The current version is 1.1.7. It is active on over 600 websites.
Is NewsCom free to download?
Yes — NewsCom 1.1.7 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 NewsCom 1.1.7?
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 NewsCom?
NewsCom 1.1.7 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 NewsCom last updated?
Version 1.1.7 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 NewsCom 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: 1.1.7
Updated: October 1, 2026
Technical details
| Version | 1.1.7 |
|---|---|
| Last updated | September 22, 2026 |
| Active installs | 600+ |
| 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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