# Astra

> Astra is a fast, lightweight (less than 50 KB), and highly customizable WordPress theme by Brainstorm Force, active on over 1.8 million websites. It works with any page builder (Gutenberg, Spectra, Elementor, Beaver Builder, Divi), loads in ~0.5 seconds, and includes 300+ pre-built Starter Templates with one-click import for businesses, blogs, portfolios, and WooCommerce stores.

Important details:
- The free Astra theme on WordPress.org is fully functional, not a limited trial. Astra Pro is a separate add-on plugin (not a different theme) that extends the free theme with advanced modules.
- Astra is a theme, not a page builder. It provides the site framework (headers, footers, layouts, blog, WooCommerce styling) and pairs with any page builder for page content.
- Built with vanilla JavaScript, lazy loading, per-page dynamic CSS, built-in schema markup, and HTTP/2 readiness. Compatible with major caching plugins (WP Rocket, LiteSpeed Cache) and SEO plugins (Yoast, Rank Math, SureRank).
- Fully compatible with WooCommerce and SureCart for eCommerce, with deeper integrations including Easy Digital Downloads, LearnDash, and LifterLMS.
- Part of the Astra ecosystem by Brainstorm Force (founded 2009), which also builds Starter Templates, Spectra, Ultimate Addons for Elementor, CartFlows, OttoKit, ZipWP, and SureFeedback.

## Getting Started

- [Installing the Astra Theme](https://wpastra.com/docs/astra-theme-walkthrough/): Theme installation and first-time walkthrough
- [Using the Astra Customizer](https://wpastra.com/docs/get-started-with-the-astra-customizer/): How to customize your site with the WordPress Customizer
- [Header Builder Options](https://wpastra.com/docs/header-builder-options/): Build and edit site headers with the drag-and-drop builder
- [Footer Builder](https://wpastra.com/docs/footer-builder/): Design and customize site footers
- [Installing the Astra Pro Plugin](https://wpastra.com/docs/install-astra-pro-addon-plugin/): Install and activate the Pro add-on on top of the free theme
- [Adding Sidebars](https://wpastra.com/docs/how-to-add-sidebars/): Add and manage sidebars across the site

## Documentation

- [Knowledge Base Home](https://wpastra.com/docs/): Searchable help center with 400+ articles
- [Getting Started Articles](https://wpastra.com/docs-category/getting-started/): Beginner guides for building with Astra
- [Installation and Updates](https://wpastra.com/docs-category/installation-and-updates/): Installing, updating, and licensing the theme and Pro plugin
- [Customizer Settings](https://wpastra.com/docs-category/astra-customizer-settings/): 77 articles covering every Customizer option
- [Astra Pro Modules](https://wpastra.com/docs-category/astra-pro-modules/): 79 articles on Pro features like sticky headers, mega menus, and WooCommerce modules
- [Site Builder](https://wpastra.com/docs-category/site-builder/): Custom layouts for 404s, archives, search results, and more
- [Theme Customization](https://wpastra.com/docs-category/theme-customization/): 94 how-to articles for common design changes
- [Custom Code Snippets](https://wpastra.com/docs-category/custom-code-snippets/): 96 PHP/CSS snippets, hooks, and filters for developers
- [Troubleshooting](https://wpastra.com/docs-category/troubleshooting/): Fixes for common issues and conflicts
- [Translate Astra](https://wpastra.com/docs-category/translate-astra/): Localization and multilingual setup
- [Account and Store](https://wpastra.com/docs-category/account-and-store/): Licenses, downloads, renewals, and billing
- [Astra Template Exporter](https://wpastra.com/docs-category/astra-template-exporter/): Package and distribute full-site templates

## Pricing

- [Pricing Plans](https://wpastra.com/pricing/): Three "+ AI" plans combine the WordPress toolkit with an integrated AI platform (AI site generation, premium AI designs, included hosted websites, and a free domain for 1 year). Astra Pro + AI: $99 first year (renews at $149/year) or $279 lifetime — Astra Pro for up to 3 websites plus AI site generation and 1 hosted website. Essential Toolkit + AI: $199 first year (renews at $299/year) or $549 lifetime — up to 10 websites, adds Spectra Pro, premium Starter Templates, Ultimate Elementor Addons, 5 blueprint and 5 sandbox sites, and 2 hosted websites. Business Toolkit + AI: $279 first year (renews at $429/year) or $799 lifetime — up to 1000 websites, adds SureForms Agency, the AI Site Planner, 20 blueprint and 20 sandbox sites, 24/7 VIP support, and 5 hosted websites. A standalone Astra Pro addon-only license (no AI bundle) is also available at $69/year or $249 one-time for up to 3 websites. Lifetime plans include the AI platform and hosted websites for 3 years. All plans include a 14-day money-back guarantee; introductory prices renew at full price.
- [Astra Free vs Pro](https://wpastra.com/astra-free-vs-pro/): What the free theme includes vs what the Pro plugin adds
- [Plan Comparison](https://wpastra.com/compare-pricing-plans/): Side-by-side comparison of Astra Pro + AI, Essential Toolkit + AI, and Business Toolkit + AI

## Features

- [All Features](https://wpastra.com/features/): Complete feature list for free and Pro
- [Site Builder](https://wpastra.com/site-builder/): Custom layouts for 404 pages, archives, blogs, and device- or user-specific views
- [Header & Footer Builder](https://wpastra.com/header-footer-builder/): Drag-and-drop header and footer design with sticky and transparent options
- [Mega Menu](https://wpastra.com/mega-menu/): Multi-column mega menus built with widgets and page builder templates
- [Blog Layouts](https://wpastra.com/blog-layouts/): Grid, list, and masonry blog and archive layouts
- [Site Layouts](https://wpastra.com/site-layouts/): Full-width, boxed, padded, and fluid container options
- [WooCommerce Theme](https://wpastra.com/woocommerce/): Full WooCommerce compatibility with conversion-optimized checkout, quick view, AJAX cart, off-canvas filters, infinite scroll, and product gallery controls. Astra also works seamlessly with SureCart for headless, lightweight eCommerce
- [Astra Template Exporter](https://wpastra.com/astra-template-exporter/): Package complete Astra sites as importable templates for clients or resale

## Templates

- [Starter Templates Library](https://wpastra.com/website-templates/): 300+ full-site templates with one-click import, filterable by page builder and niche
- [eCommerce Templates](https://wpastra.com/website-templates/ecommerce/)
- [Business Templates](https://wpastra.com/website-templates/business/)
- [Blog Templates](https://wpastra.com/website-templates/blog/)
- [Portfolio & CV Templates](https://wpastra.com/website-templates/personal/portfolio/)
- [Restaurant Templates](https://wpastra.com/website-templates/restaurant/)
- [Landing Page Templates](https://wpastra.com/website-templates/landing-page/)

## Page Builder Integrations

- [Astra + Spectra](https://wpastra.com/astra-spectra/): Using Astra with the Spectra block editor plugin for Gutenberg
- [Astra for Elementor](https://wpastra.com/theme-for-elementor/): Why Astra is a popular base theme for Elementor
- [Gutenberg Templates](https://wpastra.com/website-templates/?page-builder=gutenberg): Starter Templates built for the block editor
- [Beaver Builder Templates](https://wpastra.com/website-templates/?page-builder=beaver-builder): Starter Templates built for Beaver Builder

## Comparisons and Alternatives

- [Astra Alternatives Compared](https://wpastra.com/resources/astra-alternatives/): Honest comparison of Astra vs GeneratePress, Kadence, OceanWP, Neve, and other lightweight themes
- [Best Elementor Themes](https://wpastra.com/themes/best-elementor-themes/): How Astra compares to other Elementor-compatible themes
- [Most Popular WordPress Themes](https://wpastra.com/themes/most-popular-wordpress-themes/): Market overview including Astra, Hello, Kadence, and Neve

## Support

- [Contact & Support](https://wpastra.com/contact/): Reach the support team
- [FAQ](https://wpastra.com/faq/): Frequently asked questions about licensing, refunds, and usage
- [VIP Priority Support](https://wpastra.com/vip-priority-support/): Faster response times and a dedicated hotline
- [What's New / Changelog](https://wpastra.com/whats-new/): Release notes and product updates
- [Video Tutorials](https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1kzJGWGPrW9cXgkkxUErOBKTB5PVz6-L): Official YouTube tutorial playlist
- [Facebook Community](https://www.facebook.com/groups/wpastra/): User discussion group

## Company

- [About Astra](https://wpastra.com/about/): The team and story behind Astra
- [User Reviews](https://wpastra.com/user-reviews/): Customer testimonials and ratings
- [Blog](https://wpastra.com/blog/): WordPress tutorials, theme roundups, and guides
- [Brand Assets](https://wpastra.com/brand-assets/): Official logos and brand guidelines

## Optional

- [Affiliate Program](https://wpastra.com/affiliate/): Earn by referring Astra
- [Recommendations](https://wpastra.com/recommendations/): Recommended hosting and plugins
- [Translation Project](https://translate.brainstormforce.com/): Help translate Astra
- [Feature Requests](https://ideas.wpastra.com/boards/feature-requests): Suggest and vote on new features
- [Bug Bounty Program](https://brainstormforce.com/bug-bounty-program/): Security research program
- [Support Policy](https://store.brainstormforce.com/support-policy/)
- [Terms and Conditions](https://store.brainstormforce.com/terms-and-conditions/)
- [Privacy Policy](https://store.brainstormforce.com/privacy-policy/)
- [Spectra](https://wpspectra.com/): Gutenberg block plugin by the same team
- [Ultimate Addons for Elementor](https://ultimateelementor.com/): Elementor widget library by the same team
- [ZipWP](https://zipwp.com/): AI-powered WordPress website builder by the same team
- [SureCart](https://surecart.com/): Modern eCommerce platform for WordPress, fully compatible with Astra
- [CartFlows](https://cartflows.com/): Sales funnel builder by the same team