HotWP WordPress Theme
HotWP is a powerful and elegant, responsive/mobile friendly, easy to use, 3 columns, magazine blogging theme for WordPress. It has customizer theme options to configure various aspects of the theme easily and has 2 navigation menus, slider, clean post summaries, full-width layout for posts/pages, sticky menu, 728x90 header banner, left and right sticky sidebars, 4 columns footer, social buttons, scroll-to-top button and more. With HotWP PRO version you can get color and font options, 10 different post styles, 17 featured posts widgets, social widget, tabbed widget and more widgets, 10+ layout options, 10+ custom page templates, 10+ custom post templates, 3 header styles, social/share buttons, related posts and more features.
All our WordPress themes are released under 100% GPL license. You can get support, modify/use them on unlimited websites without limitation.
HotWP Theme Features
The free version of the HotWP WordPress theme offers fewer features and options than its premium version.
Responsive Design
Theme is 100% mobile friendly that allows for easy viewing on desktops and mobiles devices like iPhones, iPads or tablets.
Custom Page Templates
Full width custom page and post templates are available. These template files can be applied for a page or post.
Logo Options
You can upload your own logo easily using the Customizer theme option.
Menu Options
Theme has responsive, 2 multi-level navigation menus with userful options to control their behaviour.
30+ Social Buttons
The theme comes with over 30 social buttons in the site header to link your social profiles easily.
Search Engine Optimized
The theme is SEO-friendly and was coded with SEO best practices in mind to create a solid foundation for good rankings.
Custom CSS
If you know CSS styling, use "Additional CSS" option in Customizer. Add your custom CSS codes without using plugins.
Copyright Text
You can enter a custom copyright text into the footer area replacing default copyright text using the theme options.
Sticky Menu & Sidebars
Theme has a sticky menu and sticky sidebars. With PRO version, you can disable this sticky behaviour easily.
Translation Ready
Translate this theme into any language with the prepared .pot translation file located in the theme's languages folder.
Latest WP Version Ready
This theme is fully compatible with the latest version of WordPress. Updates will be released ASAP when necessary.
Cross Browser Compatible
Theme is tested on all modern browsers and compatible with Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Opera and more.
HTML5 & CSS3
This theme is using valid HTML5 and CSS3 coding. There are no unnecessary junk HTML or CSS codes.
Clean & Secure Codes
Theme uses secure and clean PHP code with no encrypted links in the footer. You can use this theme with confidence.
Regular Updates
We will update this theme regularly with new features and fixing issues. You can report bugs and suggest us new features.
100% GPL License
Theme is released under the 100% GPL license. You can use it on unilimited websites belong to you.
HotWP vs. HotWP PRO
Below table compare features available between the HotWP free and PRO versions.
| Features | HotWP | HotWP PRO |
|---|---|---|
| Color Options | ✖ | ✔ |
| Font Options | ✖ | ✔ |
| News Ticker | ✖ | ✔ |
| 2 Header Layouts (full-width header or header+728x90 ad) | ✖ | ✔ |
| 10 Different Posts Styles | ✖ | ✔ |
| 10+ Layout Options | ✖ | ✔ |
| 17 Featured Posts Widgets | ✖ | ✔ |
| More Custom Widgets | ✖ | ✔ |
| 10+ Custom Page Templates | ✖ | ✔ |
| 10+ Custom Post Templates | ✖ | ✔ |
| Author Bio Box with Social Buttons | ✖ | ✔ |
| Social Share Buttons | ✖ | ✔ |
| Related Posts with Thumbnails | ✖ | ✔ |
| Built-in Contact Form | ✖ | ✔ |
| WooCommerce Compatible | ✖ | ✔ |
| Priority Support | ✖ | ✔ |
| Slider | ✔ | ✔ (more options) |
| Theme Options | ✔ | ✔ (more options) |
| 2 Custom Menus | ✔ | ✔ |
| Custom Logo Support | ✔ | ✔ |
| Header Image Support | ✔ | ✔ |
| Background Image Support | ✔ | ✔ |
| Translation Ready | ✔ | ✔ |
| Latest WP Version Compatible | ✔ | ✔ |
| Sticky Sidebar | ✔ | ✔ |
| Sticky Menu | ✔ | ✔ |
| Footer Widgets | ✔ | ✔ |
| Clean Codes / No Encrypted Scripts | ✔ | ✔ |
| Lifetime Theme Updates | ✔ | ✔ |
| For Unlimited Domains | ✔ | ✔ |
Questions & Answers - HotWP
Theme Version: 1.0.8 Released: 2019-01-03 Updated: 2025-07-02
How to upgrade to the HotWP PRO version?
- Purchase HotWP PRO from here: https://themesdna.com/hotwp-pro-wordpress-theme/
Note: You can purchase it using your credit card, debit card or PayPal. - Download the zip file of the purchased template clicking on the download link sent to your email address.
Note: Please check your spam folder if you cannot find it in your inbox. However, if you are still unable to locate this email or the download link is broken, please contact us via our contact form. We will send it as soon as possible. - Go to "WordPress Dashboard" -> "Appearance" -> "Themes" and click on "Add New" button.
- Click on "Upload Theme" button and choose the zip file you have downloaded.
- Click on "Install Now" button.
- Activate the theme.
- Now go to "Appearance" -> "Customize" to configure theme options.
How to install HotWP theme?
- Go to "WordPress Dashboard" -> "Appearance" -> "Themes" and click on "Add New" button.
- To find the theme, type "HotWP" into the search box.
- When you find the theme, click on the "Install" button.
- Click on "Activate" button to activate the theme.
Alternatively,
- Download the hotwp.zip file.
- Go to "WordPress Dashboard" -> "Appearance" -> "Themes" and click on "Add New" button.
- Click on "Upload Theme" button and choose the zip file you have downloaded.
- Click on "Install Now" button.
- Activate the theme.
How to regenerate thumbnails?
After installing and activating this theme, the first thing you need to do is regenerate thumbnails from all your featured images to match this theme.
- Install and activate the "Regenerate Thumbnails" plugin.
- From the left hand navigation menu, click "Tools" -> "Regenerate Thumbnails".
- On the next screen, click on the specific button to generate thumbnails for all attachments.
- Now wait until regenerate process is complete.
How to add featured images for posts?
Adding a featured image to a post or page is very easy. If you do not know how to do that, please follow this guide: How to Add Featured Images in WordPress
How do I access the theme options?
Go to "Appearance" -> "Customize" -> "Theme Options" to access the theme options.
How to apply a custom page template?
This theme has custom page templates for posts and pages.
Follow this guide if you do not know how to apply a custom page for a post/page:
How do I setup menus?
Just after installing the theme it will display the pages as the default menus. You can add your own links, categories, pages for the menu.
This theme includes 2 menu location options: Primary Menu, Secondary Menu
- To create a menu, go to "Appearance" > "Menus" and click on the "create a new menu" link.
- Give a name to your menu and click on the "Create Menu" button.
- To add menu items, simply select options in the left side column by checking the box for pages, posts, categories, tags etc that you want to include and then click on the "Add to Menu" button.
- To create menu drop-downs, simply nest your drop-down menu links below the menu item under which you want them to appear.
- When you are done adding links, select a menu location by checking one of the options listed under "Display location" and save your menu.
How to upload a site icon?
Site Icons are what you see in browser tabs, bookmark bars, and within the WordPress mobile apps.
Note: Site Icons should be square and at least 512 × 512 pixels.
- Go to "Appearance" -> "Customize" -> "Theme Options" -> "Site Identity".
- Click on the "Select site icon" button.
- Click on the "Upload Files" tab of the upload screen.
- Now upload your site icon clicking on the "Select Files" button from the upload screen.
- Click on the "Publish" button at the top of the Customizer if you are satisfied with your site icon.
How to upload a logo?
Adding a custom logo is very easy. Please use the following steps.
- Go to "Appearance" -> "Customize" -> "Theme Options" -> "Site Identity".
- Click on the "Select logo" button.
- Click on the "Upload Files" tab of the upload screen.
- Upload your logo clicking on the "Select Files" button from the upload screen.
- Click on the "Publish" button at the top of the Customizer if you are satisfied with your logo.
How to upload a header image?
You can upload an image to your site header easily going to "Appearance" -> "Customize" -> Theme Options -> "Header Image".
How to add or change site background image?
You can add/change/remove site background image going to "Appearance" -> "Customize" -> Theme Options -> "Background Image".
How do I enable the slider?
- Go to "Appearance" -> "Customize" -> "Theme Options" -> "Slider".
- Mark the option "Enable Slider" and set the other options for the slider.
How do I change the posts style of post summaries?
- Go to "Appearance" -> "Customize" -> "Theme Options" -> "Post Options".
- Choose a post style using the "Non-Singular Posts Style" option.
How to add my own copyright message?
- Go to "Appearance" -> "Customize" -> "Theme Options" -> "Footer".
- Add your own copyright message to the "Footer copyright notice" text input.
How to change the number of posts per page?
This is not a theme specific setting.
Follow this guide to change the number of posts per page: How to Change the Number of Posts Per Page in WordPress
How to translate this theme into my language?
You can easily translate this theme using the "Poedit" software or the "Loco Translate" plugin.
More info:
How to translate a WordPress theme with Poedit software
How to translate a WordPress theme with Loco Translate plugin
What is the difference between "WordPress.org" and "WordPress.com"?
WordPress.org is the self-hosted version, which you can use to create and maintain a website on your own, whereas WordPress.com is a hosted blogging service that assists you in creating a website using the WordPress software.
Can I use this theme with WordPress.org websites?
- Yes. All our themes are working with any self-hosted WordPress installation.
Can I use this theme with WordPress.com websites?
- Yes. But if you need to upload a theme to a WordPress.com website, you will need to have their "Business" or "eCommerce" plan. If your site has one of their legacy plans, it is available on the "Pro" plan.
Can I use this theme on multiple websites?
You are free to use it on as many websites as you want.
Can I use your themes for a commercial project?
Absolutely, yes! You are welcome to use our themes for commercial projects.
What is the support schedule?
You can email us directly & we will get back to you ASAP. Our general support hours are Monday to Friday, 06:30 to 20:00 (GMT+5). During this time, support queries will be answered in 1-12 hours (usually much quicker). On weekends it may take a bit longer to receive a response.
How to import HotWP demo content?
Follow the steps given below to import HotWP theme demo content, widgets and Customizer settings.
How to import demo content (posts, pages, comments, custom fields, categories, tags, menus, media)
- First download and save this "hotwpwordpresstheme.WordPress.2022-01-27.xml" file into your hard drive.
- Go to "Tools" -> "Import".
- In the "WordPress" section, if you have not already installed the importer, click "Install Now".
- When the installation is finished, click "Run Importer".
- Click on "Choose File" and select previously saved "hotwpwordpresstheme.WordPress.2022-01-27.xml" file from your hard drive.
- Click on "Upload file and import" button.
- Now you will be asked to map the authors in the export file to users on your website. For each author, you may choose to map to an existing user on your website or to create a new user.
- Check the option "Download and import file attachments".
- Click on "Submit" button.
How to import demo widgets
- To display different widgets in different pages, first install and activate the "Widget Display Conditions" plugin.
- Now install and activate the "Widget Importer & Exporter" plugin.
- Go to "Tools" -> "Widget Importer & Exporter".
- Click on "copy and paste" link. Then a textarea will be displayed.
- Copy and paste the content in the "demo.themesdna.com-hotwp-widgets.wie" file into that textarea.
- Click on "Import Widgets" button.
How to import Customizer settings in theme demo
- First download and save this "hotwp-export.dat" file into your hard drive.
- Now install and activate the "Customizer Export/Import" plugin.
- Go to "Appearance" -> "Customize" -> "Export/Import".
- Click on "Choose File" from the "Import" section and select previously saved "hotwp-export.dat" file from your hard drive.
- Check the option "Download and import image files?" and click on "Import" button.
Theme Categories:
CSS Grid Layout, Custom Background, Custom Colors, Custom Header, Custom Logo, Custom Menu, Custom Page Templates, Custom Post Templates, Demo Files Included, Editor Style, Featured Images, Flexible Header, Footer Widgets, Four Columns Footer, Free, Full Width Template, Grid Layout, Left Sidebar, Multiple Menu Locations, Responsive Embeds, Responsive Layout, Right Sidebar, Slider, Social Profile Icons, Sticky Menu, Sticky Sidebar, Theme Options, Threaded Comments, Three Columns, Translation Ready, Two Sidebars, White, WP-PageNavi Support
