Free starter themes

Choose your design.

Three editable WordPress themes. Preview one, then download its ZIP for free.

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FREE WORDPRESS THEME · FOR SERVICES

Local Business

A clear home for your services and contact details.

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FREE WORDPRESS THEME · FOR STORIES

Personal Journal

A welcoming place for your writing and ideas.

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Creative Portfolio starter theme preview

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FREE WORDPRESS THEME · FOR YOUR WORK

Creative Portfolio

Put your projects and creative work in focus.

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Installation

Add it to WordPress.

Download a ZIP above and keep it zipped.
In WordPress, go to Appearance → Themes → Add New → Upload Theme.
Choose the ZIP, select Install Now, then Activate.
Open Appearance → Editor → Templates → Front Page to replace the sample text and links.
Edit your pages and menu, then preview your site on a phone.

What is included?

An editable front page, header, footer, page and post layouts, colors, typography, and sample text. Hosting, your own images and content, and a contact form are separate.

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