Free WordPress themes are indeed totally free, with no strings attached. The lack of features in free themes makes them lean, and therefore typically faster to load. Premium themes will come with far more functionality out of the box. Ongoing support and updates mean premium themes are more secure in the long run.

Where can I get free WordPress themes?

1Choose Appearance→Themes on the WordPress Dashboard and then click the Install Themes tab at the top of the Manage Themes page. 2Search for a new theme by entering a keyword, author, or tag in the Search box. 3After you've entered your search criteria, click the Search button to the right of the Search box.

Are WordPress themes free for commercial use?

The WordPress repository has thousands of free themes for all kinds of businesses. ... For most business websites, you want a theme that looks good, is easy to customize, and helps you grow your business.