=== Open AI Search Bar ===
Contributors: vimakava
Tags: ChatGPT, AI Search Bar, AI, GPT, Chat  
Requires at least: 5.7  
Tested up to: 7.0 
Requires PHP: 7.4  
Stable tag: 2.2
License: GPL-3.0-or-later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-3.0.html

Add a ChatGPT-style AI search bar via shortcode. Responds to prompts using OpenAI’s API (does not search site content).

== Description ==

The **AI Search Bar** plugin allows you to embed a ChatGPT-like search box into your website using a simple shortcode. When users type a prompt into the search bar, it communicates directly with OpenAI’s API to generate a response—just like ChatGPT.

⚠️ **Important:** This plugin does **not** search or display your website’s internal content. It is strictly used to allow ChatGPT-style prompt-based interaction via OpenAI's service.

We use trusted third-party services to generate responses:  
🔗 https://api.openai.com/v1/chat/completions

== Key Features ==

- Embed a ChatGPT-style search bar using `[ai_search_bar]`
- Uses OpenAI’s GPT model to answer prompts
- Works like ChatGPT—answers based on user input, not website content
- Easy to set up with no coding required
- Clean, lightweight, and fast

== Installation ==

=== Install via WordPress Dashboard ===

1. Log in to your WordPress admin area.  
2. Navigate to **Plugins → Add New**.  
3. Search for "**OpenAI : AI Search Bar**".  
4. Click **Install Now**, then **Activate** the plugin.

=== Install via FTP ===

1. Download the `openai-search-bar.zip` file.  
2. Extract the ZIP file on your computer.  
3. Upload the extracted folder to `/wp-content/plugins/` using FTP.  
4. Go to **Plugins** in your WordPress dashboard and click **Activate**.

=== How to Use ===

1. Go to the plugin settings page from the WordPress admin menu.  
2. Enter your OpenAI API key.  
3. Use the shortcode `[ai_search_bar]` in any post, page, or widget to display the search bar.

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does this plugin search my WordPress website content? =  
No. The AI Search Bar plugin does not search or display your website's internal content. It interacts with OpenAI's API to generate answers based on the user's prompt—similar to ChatGPT.

= Is an OpenAI API key required? =  
Yes. You must enter your OpenAI API key in the plugin settings for the search bar to function correctly. You can get your API key from https://platform.openai.com/account/api-keys

= How do I display the AI Search Bar on my site? =  
Use the shortcode `[ai_search_bar]` in any post, page, or widget where shortcodes are supported.

= Can I customize the appearance of the search bar? =  
Yes. The plugin comes with default styling, but you can customize it using custom CSS or by overriding the plugin’s CSS in your theme.

= Will this plugin impact my site speed? =  
No. The plugin is lightweight and does not load any large libraries. Responses are fetched asynchronously from OpenAI, so your site speed remains unaffected.

= Is the plugin compatible with all WordPress themes? =  
Yes, the plugin is designed to be compatible with all modern WordPress themes. If you encounter any styling issues, you can adjust the appearance with custom CSS.

= Is this plugin free to use? =  
The plugin itself is free, but usage of OpenAI’s API is paid and subject to their pricing at https://openai.com/pricing

== Changelog ==

= Version 2.2 =
* Improved: Enhanced response formatting for better readability.
* Updated: Refined prompt handling to provide more accurate ChatGPT-like replies.
* Updated: Compatible with the latest version of WordPress.
* Fixed: Minor styling issues on some WordPress themes.

= Version 2.1 =
* Improved: Enhanced response formatting for better readability.
* Updated: Refined prompt handling to provide more accurate ChatGPT-like replies.
* Fixed: Minor styling issues on some WordPress themes.

= Version 1.3 =
* Updated: Compatible with the latest version of WordPress.

= Version 1.2 =
* Fixed: Improved search prompt behavior.

= Version 1.1 =
* Fixed: Page refresh issue resolved.

= Version 1.0 =
* Initial release.

== Support ==

If you require assistance, contact us at: kavavimal@gmail.com
