=== Parrot SEO ===
Contributors: parrotseo
Tags: seo, sitemap, schema, meta tags, open graph
Requires at least: 6.2
Tested up to: 6.9
Requires PHP: 7.4
Stable tag: 3.5.8
License: GPLv2 or later
License URI: https://www.gnu.org/licenses/gpl-2.0.html

A powerful, user-friendly SEO plugin for WordPress with modern UI, Gutenberg and Elementor compatibility, and advanced features.

== Description ==

**Parrot SEO** is a comprehensive SEO plugin designed to help you optimize your WordPress website for search engines. With its modern interface, real-time analysis, and deep integration with both Gutenberg and Elementor, Parrot SEO makes SEO accessible for everyone.

= Key Features =

**SEO Analysis**
* Real-time content analysis with actionable recommendations
* Focus keyword optimization
* SEO score and readability score for every post
* Word count, keyword density, and heading structure analysis
* Internal and external link checking

**Meta Tags**
* Customizable SEO titles and meta descriptions
* Template variables for dynamic content
* Google search preview
* Robots meta tag control (index/noindex, follow/nofollow)
* Canonical URL support

**Social Media**
* Open Graph tags for Facebook
* Twitter Cards support
* Custom social images
* Social profile integration

**Schema Markup**
* JSON-LD structured data
* Automatic Article, Organization, and Breadcrumb schema
* Support for multiple schema types: FAQ, HowTo, Recipe, Event, Product, LocalBusiness
* Per-post schema type selection

**XML Sitemap**
* Automatic sitemap generation
* Customizable content inclusion
* Image sitemap support
* Beautiful sitemap stylesheet
* Automatic search engine ping on publish

**Gutenberg Integration**
* Dedicated SEO sidebar panel
* Real-time preview
* Character counters
* All SEO settings accessible from the block editor

**Elementor Integration**
* SEO settings in Elementor page settings
* Breadcrumbs widget
* Table of Contents widget
* Full compatibility with Elementor Pro

**Advanced Features**
* Bulk analysis and optimization
* Import/Export settings
* Clean head section (remove unnecessary tags)
* Attachment page redirects
* Author/Date archive controls

= Why Choose Parrot SEO? =

1. **Modern UI** - Clean, intuitive interface that's easy to use
2. **Performance** - Lightweight and optimized for speed
3. **Compatibility** - Works seamlessly with Gutenberg and Elementor
4. **Comprehensive** - All the SEO features you need in one plugin
5. **Developer Friendly** - Extensive hooks and filters for customization

== Installation ==

1. Upload the `parrot-seo` folder to the `/wp-content/plugins/` directory
2. Activate the plugin through the 'Plugins' menu in WordPress
3. Go to Parrot SEO > General to configure your settings
4. Start optimizing your content!

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

= Does Parrot SEO work with the block editor (Gutenberg)? =

Yes! Parrot SEO has full integration with the WordPress block editor. You'll find a dedicated SEO sidebar panel where you can manage all SEO settings without leaving the editor.

= Is Parrot SEO compatible with Elementor? =

Absolutely! Parrot SEO integrates seamlessly with Elementor. SEO settings are available in Elementor's page settings panel, and we provide custom widgets like Breadcrumbs and Table of Contents.

= Will this plugin slow down my website? =

No. Parrot SEO is designed with performance in mind. All analysis happens in the admin area, and the frontend output is minimal and optimized.

= Can I use Parrot SEO with other SEO plugins? =

We recommend using only one SEO plugin at a time to avoid conflicts. If you're migrating from another SEO plugin, you can import your settings.

= How do I submit my sitemap to Google? =

Your sitemap is automatically available at yourdomain.com/sitemap.xml. You can submit this URL to Google Search Console. Parrot SEO also automatically pings search engines when you publish new content.

== External services ==

This plugin may contact the following third-party services. Use of these services is optional in practice (e.g. the sitemap remains valid and usable without the ping), but enables better discovery of your content.

**Google – Sitemap Ping**

* What it is and what it is used for: When the XML sitemap is updated (for example after you publish a post or page), the plugin can notify Google by calling Google’s “Ping” endpoint. This helps Google discover your sitemap URL so it can crawl and index your site.
* What data is sent and when: Your site’s sitemap URL (e.g. `https://yoursite.com/sitemap.xml`) is sent to Google as a query parameter when the ping runs. The ping runs automatically when a post or page is published; it is rate-limited to at most once per hour. The request is non-blocking (fire-and-forget) and no cookies or personal data are sent.
* Service provider: Google LLC.  
* Terms of Service: https://policies.google.com/terms  
* Privacy Policy: https://policies.google.com/privacy  

== Screenshots ==

1. Dashboard - Overview of your site's SEO health
2. General Settings - Configure site-wide SEO options
3. Post Editor Meta Box - Optimize individual posts
4. Gutenberg Sidebar - SEO panel in the block editor
5. Search Appearance - Title template configuration
6. Social Settings - Social media integration
7. Sitemap - XML sitemap with images

== Changelog ==

= 3.5.8 =
* Maintenance release, compatibility and standards updates.

== Upgrade Notice ==

= 3.5.8 =
Latest stable version of Parrot SEO. Includes compatibility and standards updates.
