Ghost Theme

Essence

A dark, cinematic Ghost theme built around animated WebGL backgrounds, liquid glass cards, and sidebar navigation. Designed for newsletters and publishers who want a striking first impression without a complex setup.

Newsletter
WebGL Shaders
Liquid Glass
Sidebar Navigation
Dark Theme
Ghost 6

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Features

Built into Essence.

SEO and Development
Ships with an AGENTS.md file, so Claude Code, Cursor, and Codex know how to build the theme and which features it already has.
String files ready for translation.
Semantic markup and sensible defaults for search engines.
Keyboard navigation and screen reader basics covered.
Source files and a bundler for custom CSS and JS builds.
Visual and Design
WEBP images and lazy loading. Pages load faster, especially on slow connections.
Syntax highlighting on code blocks.
Uses Ghost Custom Fonts from the admin panel.
Footer copyright text you can edit in theme settings.
User Experience
Loads posts and pages without a full browser reload.
Load more posts or scroll infinitely without reloading the page.
Click an image to view it larger in a lightbox.
Jump links for headings inside long posts.
Styled form inputs that match the theme.
Line separators between groups of nav items.
Custom colors per tag.
Layouts adapt to phones, tablets, and desktops.
YouTube and Vimeo embeds that keep the right aspect ratio.
Wide tables scroll horizontally on small screens.
Social
Share buttons for major social platforms.
Add social links that Ghost does not include by default.
Content Management
Embed a featured video in a post.
Ghost native search, built in.
Ghost native comments and common third-party options.
Membership tiers and paid subscriptions.

Support

Docs, changelog, and support for Essence.

How can I get support for the product I purchased?

Use the Support section on our contact page. Include as much detail as you can about the problem.

What if I need help with a Ghost issue?

For Ghost itself, contact Ghost Support or the Ghost Forum.

Where can I find the documentation for a theme?

Each theme has docs on the docs page. Questions or suggestions? Write to us.

What does support cover?

Theme setup, bugs, and general questions about how the theme works. It does NOT cover custom modifications or Ghost installation issues.

How long is support valid for?

12 months with every purchase. Renew support for another 12 months for $49.

What happens after the support period ends? Can I still use the theme?

Yes. The theme keeps working. We just cannot provide technical support after the period ends.

Can I try a theme before purchasing it?

No trials. Each theme has a live demo. Check it before you buy, and contact us if anything is unclear.

What is your refund policy?

Refunds are not available once a theme has been delivered. If you hit a technical problem, contact support and we will try to fix it. See our Terms of Use for details.

Can I use the theme on multiple websites?

Yes, if you purchase a Bundle. Otherwise you need one license per site.

How do I download a theme and get updates?

Updates go out through Lemon Squeezy. Download the latest version from your Lemon Squeezy Orders.