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Rhye Theme
Rhye Theme by ArtemSemkin is a creative WordPress theme built around the Elementor page builder. It is made for artists, designers, agencies and studios who want a portfolio site with smooth AJAX transitions, motion effects and flexible layouts.
- Version
- 4.4.2
- Released
- Oct 16, 2026
- Type
- WordPress theme
- Requires
- Elementor
- Licence
- GPL
- Included in
- Every plan, or $5.59 on its own
What’s new in Rhye Theme 4.4.2
Version 4.4.2 · Oct 16, 2026
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What it does
Many portfolio sites feel static, with every click triggering a full page reload that breaks the flow of browsing. This theme uses AJAX loading and infinite scrolling so visitors can move through projects without those interruptions. On top of that, it adds motion effects built with WebGL and GSAP 3, including parallax backgrounds, slider distortion and typography that reveals as the page scrolls. The result is a site that feels animated and interactive while your work stays at the center.
Layouts are built in Elementor, which the theme requires, using a drag and drop editor that needs no coding. Rhye adds 27 custom Elementor widgets designed for portfolios, content and creative elements, so you can put together your own page structures instead of sticking to fixed templates. Portfolio grids and sliders give you several ways to present projects, and the responsive design adapts pages to desktops, tablets and phones. It suits personal portfolios, agency sites and creative studio pages.
Best for
- Artists and designers building a personal portfolio
- Creative agencies presenting client projects
- Studios wanting an animated, interactive website
Features
AJAX infinite scrolling
Visitors can browse through projects without full page reloads, as content loads in place and new items appear while they scroll.
WebGL and GSAP 3 effects
Motion effects include parallax backgrounds, slider distortion and on-scroll typography reveals, adding depth and movement to pages.
27 custom Elementor widgets
A set of 27 widgets built for portfolios, content blocks and creative elements extends what you can build inside Elementor.
Drag and drop page building
Pages are designed in the Elementor editor, so you can adjust layouts and details visually without writing code.
Portfolio grids and sliders
Customizable grids and sliders give you different ways to present projects and highlight selected pieces of work for clients and visitors.
Responsive layouts
The design adjusts to desktops, tablets and mobile phones so your portfolio displays properly on different screen sizes.
Rhye Theme older versions
- 4.3.3Jul 17
- 4.3.2Jul 2
- 4.3.0May 18
- 4.2.8Apr 2
- 4.2.7Feb 12
- 4.2.6Dec 17, 2025
- 4.2.5Nov 12, 2025
- 4.2.3Oct 24, 2025
- 4.2.2Oct 16, 2025
- 4.2.1Oct 15, 2025
Members and buyers of this product can download older versions.
21 older versions in all. If you need one that is not listed, ask support.
Questions about Rhye Theme
Do I need Elementor to use this theme?
Yes. The theme requires the Elementor page builder. Pages are built with its drag and drop editor, and the theme's 27 custom widgets are added to Elementor for building portfolio and content sections.
What kind of animations does it include?
The motion effects are built with WebGL and GSAP 3. They include parallax backgrounds, distortion effects on sliders and typography that reveals as visitors scroll, alongside AJAX transitions between pages.
Can I display my projects in different layouts?
Yes. The theme includes customizable portfolio grids and sliders, and you can combine them with the custom widgets in Elementor to build project pages and galleries that fit how you want to present your work.
Will my site work on phones and tablets?
The theme uses a responsive design that adapts layouts to desktops, tablets and mobile phones, so visitors can view your portfolio on a range of devices.
Is Rhye Theme free?
The code of Rhye Theme is licensed under the GPL, so anyone may use, change and share it. GPL Feast is a paid service: a plan or a single purchase gives you the download and automatic updates. The developer's own support, licence key and online services are not included.
Which version of Rhye Theme is this?
Version 4.4.2, released Oct 16, 2026. New versions appear here when the developer publishes them, and members get them as automatic updates.
How do I update Rhye Theme?
Install the free GPL Feast Updater on your site and connect it with your API key. It installs new versions of Rhye Theme automatically and keeps a backup, so you can roll back.
What does Rhye Theme need?
Rhye Theme needs Elementor installed and active.
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