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Arate

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A centered introduction opens Arate, a Ghost theme that layers featured stories above a staggered two-column feed. Generous spacing and vertical section labels give it a journal-like character.

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Highlights

  • Compatible with Ghost 4.22.0-5.130.x

  • A dedicated homepage section presents featured pages and posts, with images, excerpts, and links to read more.

  • Add a second line of introduction below the publication description on the homepage from theme settings.

  • Use the publication cover as the background behind the homepage introduction.

  • Show a Ghost Members email signup section below the page content for visitors who are not signed in.

  • A dedicated Tags page presents the three most used tags prominently, followed by the remaining tags.

  • Includes English, French, Japanese, Polish, Russian, and Chinese translations.

  • Set the homepage's secondary description, footer copyright, and Disqus shortname in Ghost Admin.

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Key Ghost features

  • Includes English, French, Japanese, Polish, Russian, and Chinese translations.

  • Add Disqus comments to posts by setting a Disqus shortname in Ghost Admin.

  • Uses Ghost Members for email subscriptions through the built-in signup form.

  • Shows multiple authors on posts and provides individual author archive pages.

  • Styles Ghost editor cards for images, galleries, embeds, videos, and other rich content.

  • Set the homepage's secondary description, footer copyright, and Disqus shortname in Ghost Admin.

  • Uses your logo, accent color, publication cover, title, and description in the site design.

Memberships

  • Show a Ghost Members email signup section below the page content for visitors who are not signed in.

Customization

  • Add a second line of introduction below the publication description on the homepage from theme settings.

  • Use the publication cover as the background behind the homepage introduction.

  • Show Twitter and Facebook links from Ghost settings, with additional social icons available in the theme partial.

  • Replace the default footer copyright text from theme settings.

Publishing

  • A dedicated homepage section presents featured pages and posts, with images, excerpts, and links to read more.

  • Featured stories and feed cards animate into view as readers scroll.

  • Includes individual author and tag archive pages with post feeds.

  • A dedicated Tags page presents the three most used tags prominently, followed by the remaining tags.

Post experience

  • Readers can enlarge images and gallery pictures within articles.

  • Article pages link to newer and older posts after the content.

  • Share articles on Twitter or Facebook, or copy a direct link.

Technical details

Theme

  • Current version: v2.0.1
  • Last update: May 20, 2022
  • Compatible with Ghost 4.22.0-5.130.x

Performance

  • Images, tables, and embedded media adapt to narrower screens.

  • ✓ Ghost GScan tested

Is this theme for me?

Best for

Content & structure

  • ✓ Basic publications
  • ✓ Image-led publications
Not ideal for
  • ✗ News

Content & structure

  • ✗ Large publications

Publishing model

  • ✗ Membership focus
Summary

Arate gives personal blogs and editorial journals a simple chronological structure with an art-directed feel. A cover-led introduction and featured section open into a staggered two-column feed.

In practice

Images and generous spacing set the pace, with a scroll-reveal effect as readers move down the page. The built-in signup form gives them a direct way to subscribe; the theme does not add a custom membership flow.

Best fit

Choose Arate if you want a spacious, image-led journal with a distinctive homepage and little structural setup.

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Before you buy

How does licensing work?

There’s a single license that scales with the number of sites you need — you choose how many at checkout.

The license isn’t tied to a specific site — it can be used on any site, as long as the number of sites in active use at any time doesn’t exceed what was purchased.

Can I customize the theme?

Yes — you can adapt the theme’s design and functionality to suit your project, workflow, or client requirements.

Where can I find the full terms?

Full licensing terms, refund policy, and other details are covered on the Terms page.

Purchase & access

What do I get with my purchase?

You receive the theme files, a license key, support, and future updates.

Access is available immediately after payment. All purchases are handled through the Polar checkout — once confirmed, you’ll have access to your files and the Customer Portal ↗.

Do I get future updates?

Yes — future updates are included.

Updates may include bug fixes, improvements, and new features. New Ghost functionality is considered for inclusion when it fits the theme’s design and scope.

What is the refund policy?

A 14-day money-back guarantee is offered on all purchases.

If you are not satisfied for any reason, a full refund may be requested within 14 days of purchase.

Support

Is support included with the purchase?

Yes — support is included at no additional cost.

Support covers theme-related questions and bug reports. Custom development, third-party integrations, and site management services are not included.

How do I get support?

Submit your request through the Support page.

Select the appropriate topic, provide your license key, and describe the issue.

Where can I find the documentation?

Browse Docs and select your theme.

I update the docs as themes change. Check that you’re using the latest version of your theme when following a guide.