As of February 16, 2025, the latest stable version of WordPress is 6.7.2, released on February 11, 2025. This update includes important security patches and bug fixes to enhance the platform’s stability and security.
The major release, WordPress 6.7, introduced on November 12, 2024, brought significant enhancements:
- New Default Theme: “Twenty Twenty-Five” offers versatile design options suitable for a wide range of websites.
- Zoom Out Mode: A feature that provides a broader view of your site’s layout, facilitating easier design adjustments.
- Updated Font Management: Improved tools for handling fonts, including support for HEIC image formats.
- Enhanced Query Loop Block: Improvements that offer more flexibility in displaying posts and custom content.
- Interactivity API Enhancements: Tools that allow developers to create more dynamic and interactive content.
- Template Registration API for Plugins: Enables plugins to register templates, streamlining the content creation process.
- Performance Improvements: Faster pattern loading and better support for PHP 8+, contributing to a more efficient website experience.
- For a comprehensive overview of all releases and to download the latest version, you can visit the official WordPress release archive.
- To stay informed about future updates and features, consider following the official WordPress blog.
- Regularly updating your WordPress installation ensures access to the latest features, security updates, and performance improvements.