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What is getkirby-themes.com?
getkirby-themes.com is a directory of themes for the Kirby CMS — a file-based content management system that stores content in files rather than a database. The site gathers third-party themes in one place, tagged by the Kirby version they support, so you can browse designs for a blog, portfolio, studio site or one-pager without hunting across individual developer sites.
What you'll find there
- A version-filtered catalogue. The listing shows around 14 themes, sorted into Kirby 2, 3, 4 and 5 categories. That matters because Kirby themes are tied to CMS versions: a Kirby 2 theme won't simply drop into a Kirby 5 install.
- Per-theme essentials. Each entry names the developer, shows the supported Kirby version, and links to a live demo and a purchase or free-download page.
- A mix of paid and free. Some themes are free downloads; others are sold at various prices. A sponsored placement appears at the top of the list.
- A submission route. Developers can add their own theme to the index.
How to use it
Start by confirming which Kirby version your project runs, then filter to that category and open the live demos. A demo tells you more about layout quality, typography and responsiveness than a screenshot does.
One practical caution: buying a theme does not include Kirby itself. You'll need a separate Kirby license regardless of which theme you choose, so budget for both. Also check whether a theme is actively maintained — older Kirby 2 themes may still look good but won't receive updates for current releases.
For official documentation and licensing details, see Kirby CMS.
How can I find a Kirby theme that's compatible with my specific Kirby version?
Filter the theme list by the Kirby version you run before you look at design or price. On getkirby-themes.com, the category links at the top do exactly that: "kirby 2 (8)", "kirby 3 (2)", "kirby 4 (2)" and "kirby 5 (2)". Pick the one matching your installation and you will only see themes built for it.
Why version matters more than looks
Kirby is a file-based CMS with no database, and its template and plugin APIs have changed across major releases. A theme written for Kirby 2 will not simply drop into a Kirby 5 site; you would be rewriting templates, and any bundled plugins may not exist in a compatible form. Checking the version tag first saves you from falling for a demo you cannot actually use.
A practical workflow
- Confirm your exact Kirby version in your installation or project files.
- Open the matching category on getkirby-themes.com and note the candidates.
- Open each theme's live demo and check the content model fits your project — a portfolio theme suits a studio, a blog theme suits editorial work.
- Check the maker and the release tag shown next to each entry, since older themes are less likely to receive updates.
- Remember that a theme purchase is separate from the CMS itself; you still need a Kirby license.
What the current list looks like
| Theme | Kirby version | Maker | Price signal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tablo Arc | kirby 5 | Jakub Pelák | $43 |
| Zero One | kirby 5 | Branko Matić | $75 |
| Tablook | kirby 4 | Jakub Pelák | $33 |
| Tablog | kirby 4 | Jakub Pelák | $11 |
| Kreate | kirby 3 | Kothemes | $49 |
| Lemmon Portfolio | kirby 3 | Jakub Pelák | free download |
| Frobox, Koncrete, MIRON, Kompact, Frisk, Kirby Project Hub Theme, typewriter, Vessel - Portfolio | kirby 2 | various | free to $29 |
The distribution is telling: most listed themes target Kirby 2, with only a couple each for versions 3, 4 and 5. If you are on Kirby 5, your realistic shortlist is small, so decide on the version filter first and treat everything else as secondary.
If nothing in your version's category fits, the sensible next step is to start from a Kirby starterkit or build your own templates rather than back-porting an older theme. For the CMS itself, see Kirby.
Should I choose a free Kirby theme or pay for a premium one?
Choose based on how much of the theme you would have to rebuild yourself. A free Kirby theme is usually the better starting point when you want to learn Kirby's file-based structure, prototype a small site, or adapt an existing design heavily. A paid theme earns its price when it matches your project's layout and Kirby version closely enough that you spend your time on content instead of templating.
What actually differs
| Factor | Free themes | Paid themes |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront cost | None | One-time purchase, often modest |
| Typical scope | Smaller demos, portfolios, experiments | More complete site structures, more sections |
| Documentation and support | Varies widely, sometimes minimal | Usually more polished, but not guaranteed |
| Updates for new Kirby versions | Often stop at the version they were built for | More likely to be maintained, still worth checking |
| Best fit | Learning, prototypes, heavily customised builds | Client work, launch-ready sites, tight deadlines |
The version label matters more than the price. On getkirby-themes.com, themes are tagged by Kirby major version, and the list spans Kirby 2 through Kirby 5. A free Kirby 2 theme is not a bargain if your site runs Kirby 5 — you would be porting templates before you write a single page. Check the tag first, then the price.
A practical way to decide
- Pick the Kirby version you are actually running.
- Shortlist only themes tagged for that version.
- Open the live demo and ask whether the page types you need already exist — blog, portfolio, onepager, shop-like listings.
- Estimate the hours to build those templates yourself. If that number is larger than the theme price, buy.
- If you mainly want to learn Kirby and enjoy templating, take a free theme and treat it as a reference.
Kirby itself is a paid, file-based CMS, so a theme purchase sits on top of a separate Kirby license regardless of which theme you pick. Budget for that first; it changes the maths on a cheap theme more than on an expensive one.
For a concrete case: a freelance designer building a five-page portfolio for a client, with a deadline next week, is usually better served by a paid theme whose demo already shows a projects grid and a blog. A developer experimenting with Kirby's blueprint system on a personal site should start free, read the templates, and only pay once a specific design is clearly cheaper to buy than to build.
Which Kirby themes work well for a portfolio website?
For a portfolio site, the Kirby themes worth shortlisting are the ones built around project galleries and case-study layouts rather than general blogging. On getkirby-themes.com, the strongest fits are Tablo Arc and Vessel - Portfolio, with Lemmon Portfolio as a free option and Zero One as a higher-priced alternative.
Portfolio-oriented options
| Theme | Kirby version | Price signal | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tablo Arc | Kirby 5 | $43 | Studios, agencies, creatives; modular sections plus a projects portfolio and blog |
| Vessel - Portfolio | Kirby 2 | $20 | A dedicated portfolio, but on an older Kirby generation |
| Lemmon Portfolio | Kirby 3 | Free download | Trying a portfolio layout at no theme cost |
| Zero One | Kirby 5 | $75 | A current-generation theme if budget is less of a constraint |
Tablo Arc is the most complete match if you also want a blog: its described structure covers clean lines, modular sections, a projects portfolio and a blog, which suits a studio or freelance designer presenting several projects alongside written work. Vessel - Portfolio is narrower and purpose-built, but it targets Kirby 2, so check whether its templates and conventions still fit how you want to build today.
What to check before buying
Kirby is a file-based CMS with no database, so setup is mostly a matter of dropping files in place and editing content files. That makes theme choice largely about templates and structure, not migration risk.
- Confirm the theme's Kirby version matches the Kirby license you intend to use; the listing separates Kirby 2 through Kirby 5.
- A Kirby license is required regardless of which theme you buy, and free themes do not remove that cost.
- Open the live demo for each candidate and look specifically at how a project detail page is structured, since that is the page visitors spend the most time on.
- Check whether the theme expects a portfolio, a blog, or both, and whether you can drop the parts you don't need.
A practical next step: pick two themes that match your Kirby version, open their live demos side by side, and compare one project page and one about page. If the project page already reads the way you want your work presented, the theme is probably the right base.
For broader background on the CMS itself, see Kirby.
Do I need to buy a Kirby license separately from a theme?
Yes. A Kirby theme purchase does not include the CMS itself. According to the site's own note, "No matter which theme you purchase, you'll need a Kirby license" — so budget for two separate costs: the theme and the Kirby license.
What that means in practice
The theme is the design layer: templates, blueprints, snippets, CSS and sample content that shape how your site looks and how the Panel is configured for editors. Kirby is the underlying file-based CMS that runs it. Buying a theme from a marketplace like GetKirby Themes gives you the theme files only; the license that makes Kirby legal to run in production comes from the core project at Kirby.
A realistic scenario: you find a portfolio theme you like, install it on a local or staging server, and everything works. Before going live on a public domain, you buy the Kirby license. If you skip that step, the site may still function technically, but you would be running the CMS outside its license terms.
How to decide
- Check the license tier you need. Kirby's licensing depends on whether it's a single personal site or a client/commercial project, so confirm the current terms on the official site rather than assuming one price fits all.
- Compare theme price against total cost. A free theme still requires the Kirby license, so the "free" label only removes one of the two costs.
- Watch version compatibility. The listing groups themes by Kirby version (2 through 5). A theme built for an older major version may need updates or may not run cleanly on your Kirby install.
Next step: pick your theme first, note its stated Kirby version, then buy the matching Kirby license from the official source before launch.
How do I submit my own Kirby theme to the directory?
The directory lists an Add your theme? link under its theme categories and repeats Add New Theme in the footer, so that is the submission route: use the site's add-theme form rather than emailing a maintainer. You will need the theme name, a live demo URL, a purchase or download link, the price if it is paid, and the Kirby version it supports, because every listing in the directory shows those fields.
Before you submit
- Confirm which Kirby major version your theme targets. The directory groups themes by version, and the current listings include Kirby 2, 3, 4 and 5, so a theme built for an older branch may sit in a less visible category.
- Prepare a working live demo. Every listed theme has a Live Demo link, and buyers use it as the main quality signal.
- Decide on pricing and a checkout link. Listings are split between paid themes and free downloads.
- Note that a theme does not include the CMS itself: Kirby is a file-based CMS with no database, and the directory states plainly that you need a Kirby license regardless of which theme you buy. Say so in your listing so buyers are not surprised.
What the listing will look like
| Field | What to supply | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Name | Short, distinctive | Avoid names that collide with existing entries |
| Kirby version | 2, 3, 4 or 5 | Determines your category |
| Demo URL | Public, working site | The first thing visitors click |
| Price | Free or a fixed amount | Free themes are marked as free downloads |
| Purchase link | Your own checkout | The directory does not sell on your behalf |
A practical first step
Build the demo site first, then fill in the form with the demo URL and your Kirby version already decided. If you are still choosing a base to learn from, browsing the free entries in the directory is a cheap way to see how a Kirby theme is structured before you publish your own. For the CMS itself, see Kirby.
One trade-off to weigh: the directory is small, with roughly fourteen themes, so competition for attention is low, but so is traffic. Treat the listing as one distribution channel alongside your own site and the Kirby community, not as a launch by itself.
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