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The Next Mag

v5.9.9Unlimited sites

The Next Mag is a WordPress theme for news portals, online magazines and content-heavy blogs.

Product facts

Version
5.9.9
Released
10 August 2026
Type
Theme
Licence
GPL
Included in
Every plan, or $3.49 on its own

Overview

Publishing sites need layouts that handle a lot of content: headlines, category sections, long reads and quick updates. The Next Mag is built for that kind of site, whether it covers technology, breaking news, trends or products. Its clean design keeps stories readable, and the homepage is assembled from modules you can arrange to match how your content is organized.

The theme works with the BKNinja Composer Plugin, which lets you place and customize modules by dragging them into sections. You can also start from a library of demos and import one with a single click, then adjust it to fit your brand. The layout is responsive, so it adapts to desktops, tablets and phones, and it is compatible with the latest WordPress and Bootstrap versions.

Features

  • Drag-and-drop homepage building: The BKNinja Composer Plugin lets you build and customize your homepage with modules, so you can arrange layouts to suit your content without writing code.
  • One-click demo import: Import one of the ready-made demos with a single click to get a working site quickly, then change it to fit your niche and brand.
  • Responsive layout: The design adapts to different screen sizes, from desktop monitors to smartphones, so readers get a consistent experience wherever they open your site.
  • WordPress and Bootstrap compatibility: The theme is compatible with the latest versions of WordPress and the Bootstrap framework, which keeps it in step with current site setups.
  • Mega menu for categories: Mega menus display category posts directly in your navigation, helping visitors find important content without leaving the menu.
  • Ajax post loading: New posts load dynamically without a full page reload, giving visitors a smoother way to keep browsing your articles.
  • Multiple modules per section: Combine several content modules within a single section to build varied layouts that match the way you want to present your stories.
  • Clean, modern design: A sleek, professional look keeps the focus on your articles and makes news and magazine content easy to read and navigate.

Best for

  • Online magazines and news portals
  • Tech, trends and product bloggers
  • Digital publishers who want drag-and-drop layouts

FAQ

Is The Next Mag free?

The code of The Next Mag is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. Buy GPL is a paid service: a plan or a purchase of The Next Mag gives you the download and its updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.

Which version of The Next Mag is this?

Version 5.9.9, released 10 August 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them.

How do I update The Next Mag?

Install Buy GPL Updater on your site and paste your key from My Account. It installs new versions of The Next Mag for you.