Description

The Multisite Theme Manager controls the availability of each theme per subsite in WordPress Multisite networks, displaying in the Network Admin a grid with buttons to enable or disable themes individually on any site within the network. Geared toward those who manage multisite networks (agencies, educational institutions, corporate intranets), it determines which visual options are accessible to each subsite admin without needing to edit wp-config.php or use snippets in functions.php.

Main Features of the Multisite Theme Manager

  • Theme control per subsite
    Enables or disables each installed theme for a specific site in the network.
  • Consolidated view in Network Admin
    Lists all subsites and the status of each theme on a single screen.
  • Bulk actions
    Applies theme permissions to multiple subsites at once with a few clicks.
  • Filter by site and theme
    Quickly locates which theme is enabled where within large networks.
  • Native integration with the Network Admin panel
    Adds controls directly to the Super Admin’s Themes section in Multisite.

Benefits of the Multisite Theme Manager

  • Network visual consistency
    Restricts approved themes and maintains brand identity consistency among subsites.
  • Reduced support requests
    Prevents subsite admins from changing themes independently.
  • Controlled release of new themes
    Allows testing a theme on pilot sites before deploying it to the entire network.
  • Centralized Super Admin management
    Saves time by consolidating theme permissions in one panel.

Who should use the Multisite Theme Manager?

  • Agencies that maintain dozens of client sites on a single Multisite installation and need to release themes selectively.
  • Universities, schools, and educational platforms that provide subsites for departments, teachers, or students.
  • Those who manage corporate intranets with branches, brands, or business units within the same WordPress network.
  • SaaS providers built on WordPress Multisite that sell plans with distinct theme packages.

How to Download the Multisite Theme Manager

The Multisite Theme Manager is available for download here on Ultrapack. After downloading the .zip file, install it via Network Admin > Plugins > Add New > Upload Plugin, select the file, and activate it for the entire network. The new controls will appear in the Network Admin Themes section.

In Multisite networks with many subsites, deciding which themes are accessible to each child admin becomes a repetitive and error-prone task. The Multisite Theme Manager consolidates that decision within the Super Admin and turns theme permissions into a visual grid for enabling/disabling, eliminating the need for hacks in wp-config or parallel plugins to manage the network’s catalog.

Frequently asked questions

Is WPMUDEV Multisite Theme Manager GPL-licensed?

Yes. WPMUDEV Multisite Theme Manager is distributed under the GPL (GNU General Public License). You may legally use, modify and redistribute it on as many sites as you want.

Can I use WPMUDEV Multisite Theme Manager on multiple sites?

Yes. You can install WPMUDEV Multisite Theme Manager on as many sites as you want. Only automatic updates through Ultrapack Auto Updater have a limit: from 3 to 80 sites, depending on the plan.

How much does WPMUDEV Multisite Theme Manager cost at Ultrapack?

WPMUDEV Multisite Theme Manager costs US$2.99 as a single purchase, and it is also included in the subscription plans starting at US$12/mo (VIP I).

Does WPMUDEV Multisite Theme Manager include updates?

Yes. The current version of WPMUDEV Multisite Theme Manager is 1.1.6, published at Ultrapack on Jan 27, 2018. Subscribers update straight from the WordPress dashboard with UAU (Ultrapack Auto Updater).

Is WPMUDEV Multisite Theme Manager scanned before publication?

Yes. Every version of WPMUDEV Multisite Theme Manager goes through a malware scan (ClamAV and YARA rules, at UltraHub) before it is published.